Ymca of Greater Saint Petersburgs

SCHOOL YEAR CAMPS 2012

Your child will spend the day in positive and safe environment while participating in a variety of activities such as arts & crafts, outdoor recreation, field trips, swimming, and more.

Below are the dates for our School Year Camps. Check back for more details on these camps.

DEC. 26th - 28th and JAN 2nd - 4th
Price: $65.00 members / $85.00 non members per week (3 days)
Jim and Heather Gills YMCA
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WINTER BREAK CAMP
DEC. 26th - 28th / JAN. 2nd - 4th

SPRING BREAK CAMP
MARCH 25th-29th

SCHOOL SITE camp information, please contact our School Age Program office at 727-895-9622.

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HARBORDALE YMCA camp information, please call 727-821-9348.

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JIM & HEATHER GILLS YMCA camp information, please call 727-328-9622.

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CHILDS PARK YMCA camp information, please call 727-209-9622.

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CHILDS PARK YMCA

Address: 691 43rd Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
Phone: 727-209-9622
Fax: 727-209-0373

Primary Focus: Afterschool Academic Programs, Public Library, Open Computer Lab, Zumba, St. Petersburg Prodigy Art Program, Camp, Financial Education for Adults, Community Outreach Center.

Executive Director: Deborah D. Figgs-Sanders

Childs Park Membership Benefits

• Convenient access to our state-of-the-art facility

• One-week pass to the Jim and Heather Gills YMCA

• Access to the computer lab/internet access

• Direct access to resources provided by YMCA partners

• Group exercise classes, such as Zumba& SilverSneakers®

• Family & Older Adult programs

• Affordable membership

• Advance notice and preferred registration for programs, camps, etc.

• Discounted facility rental

• Member rate for youth swim lessons

Yearly Membership Rates

Membership Type Yearly Rate

Individual $5

Family $10

Payment Options

Annual Payment - If you choose this form of payment, your membership will run through the annual period at which time you can renew. If you allow your membership to expire, you have 30 days to renew without having to pay the joining fee again.

Termination Policy

No contracts! If you wish to terminate your membership, please give the YMCA a written notice by the 1st day of the month. Cancellation forms are available at the Member Services Center to assist with proper notification. Membership fees are non-refundable, and all membership cards must be returned upon termination.

The YMCA reserves the right to cancel memberships due to non-sufficient funds and/or noncompliance of the YMCA Code of Conduct.

Facility Usage

Have your next birthday party, family reunion, or meeting at the YMCA. With a large space good for a variety purposes, the Childs Park YMCA is available to you at an inexpensive rate! To find out more about Child Park YMCA facility rentals call Tamara Williams at 209-9622.

Code of Conduct

At the YMCA, we expect staff, members and guests to behave in accordance with our mission and values at all times, respecting the rights and dignity of others. We demonstrate Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith by:

• Checking in with a membership card at the Member Service Center.

• Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner. Never resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures.

• Respecting others by refraining from intimate behavior in public; abstaining from contact of a sexual nature.

• Respecting the property of others; never engaging in theft or destruction.

• Creating a safe, caring environment; never carrying illegal firearms or devices.

• Participating in programs to build a healthy spirit, mind and body; never engaging in the use, sale, dispensing or possession of illegal drugs or narcotics, or the unsanctioned use of alcohol on YMCA premises.

This is a Adherence to the YMCA Code of Conduct and regulations is essential. Noncompliance may result in suspension or termination of YMCA membership privileges.

Youth Sports

The Y is the starting point for many youth to learn about becoming and staying active, and developing healthy habits they will carry with them throughout their lives. But the benefits are far greater than just physical health. Your child will build self-confidence and learn the importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship. Our program is designed with families in mind and offers flexible practice schedules, opportunity to play on the same team with friends and family, scholarship assistance, shorter seasons, and all equipment is provided. For more information on the YMCA Youth Sports program, contact Eric Jameson, at (727) 328-9622 or ejameson This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Aquatics

At the Y, we believe that the ability to swim is a critical life skill for every person, from children to seniors. We provide swim lessons that use a variety of fun methods to help overcome fears, build confidence in the water and develop skills that last a lifetime. We also have a variety of water fitness classes that provide aerobic activity in a low impact setting.

The aquatics facility at the Jim & Heather Gills YMCA is equipped with a large, heated pool with six lap lanes, spa & dry sauna, a two-story water slide, zero depth entry, and a children's waterfall. We serve approximately 94,00 people annually through swim lessons, water aerobics, aquatic therapy, and water safety classes such as first aid, CPR, and lifeguard certifications.

Click here to download an Aquatics Schedule

AQUATICS COORDINATOR

Aqua Zumba

This class combines the energy of latin music and beats with a great low-impact workout. Recommended for those with joint issues. Click here to download an Aqua Zumba flyer!

Swim Lessons

We have a variety of swim lessons available for all ages, infants to seniors. Below you can find the class that best suits what you are looking for. For more information please contact the Aquatics Staff listed below.

Private Swim Lessons

Available for two year olds through adults who want some extra attention and more instruction. All of our private lessons are taught by our own certified instructors.

Adult Swim Lessons

Classes consist of instruction in basic swimming, stroke techniques and personal safety skills. Class is set up to move at your own pace with no pressure to advance too quickly.

Parent/Child (Ages 6-36 Months)

Emphasizes water adjustment, parenting skills and water safety. Special attention is given to the varying developmental stages of this group. Goals for this program include the child's enjoyment and adjustment in and around the water, while instructing parents how to assist in the development of their children's future swimming skills.

Preschool Lessons (Ages 3-5 yrs)

Children work under the direct supervision of qualified instructors to learn basic swimming techniques and safety in and around the water. Children will move at their own pace.

• Pike/Eel—Beginners

• Ray/Starfish—Advanced Beginners

Semi-Private Lessons (Ages 3 - 5 yrs)

This class is the same as the regular preschool class with a smaller student/teacher ratio.

Youth Lessons (Ages 6-12 yrs)

Develop the child toward student-centered learning. This forty-five minute program offers personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water games, sports and basic water rescue. Child should be aware of and follow pool rules. The instructor will teach swimming techniques that are matched according to each child's skill and learning abilities. The more advanced your child becomes in this program, the more strokes he/she will learn. Remember, each child progresses at a different pace!

• Polliwog—Beginners

• Guppy—Advanced Beginners

• Minnow/Fish—Intermediate

• Flying Fish/Shark—Advanced

Water Fitness Classes

Water Aerobics

Develop muscle tone and flexibility, while the buoyancy of the water cushions the joints. Exercises can be adjusted for low, medium or high impact. You do not have to be a swimmer to attend.

Deep Water Aerobics

Develop muscle tone and flexibility. Use flotation devices along with the buoyancy of water to cushion your joints. Exercises can be adjusted for low, medium, or high impact. You must be a swimmer to attend.

Happy Hinges

This is an opportunity for individuals with bone, muscle, or joint problems to exercise through a workout that fits their needs. Specially designed, low-impact workout consisting of three categories: range of motion exercises, strengthening exercises, and conditioning exercises. Warm water and slow movements can also help relieve pain and stiffness.

Moving Forward

Specialized program for people who want one-on-one assisted exercise in the water. These sessions are held in chest-deep water and use a variety of equipment and aquatic apparatuses. Great for victims of stroke, accidents, CP, etc.

** Call for availability**

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AN AQUATICS SCHEDULE

Swim Team (Ages 8-18 yearsOpen/Family Swim)

o Available for children and youth interested in joining a swim team. Two different sessions are offered; Pre-Swim Team and Swim Team. Both programs are held monthly beginning on the 1st of every month and ending on the last day of the month. Swim Team is offered Monday through Friday from 6:00pm to 7:30pm ($70 for members, $110 for non-members) and Pre-Swim is held Monday through Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:00pm ($60 for members, $100 for non-members)

Open/Family Swim

Open for your swimming enjoyment. There will be no classes and all swimming activities will be open to members. Children 8 years and older are allowed in the pool without supervision; any child younger then 8 needs to have parental supervision. *No exceptions*

Lap Swim

Pool time for lap swim only. Lap swim is an Adult Fitness Activity. Youth under the age of 13 are not allowed to participate. Youth under the age of 16 must pass a swim test in order to participate. Masks, fins, snorkels, and kickboards are allowed. Noodles and other instructional floatation devices are not allowed in the lap lanes. If more than two swimmers are in a lane, you must stay to the right and circle swim. **A minimum of one lap lane will be open at all times.

• Check the current pool schedule for number of lanes open.

The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg hosts a variety of events throughout the year. The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Please be sure to check out our events calendar for a more complete list of all of our events!

Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

The YMCA's Mayor's Prayer Breakfast is an event held annually in the Fall, welcoming 900 community, civic and business leaders to a morning of thought provoking prayer and music. The event features several distinguished faith-based leaders, from our community, leading the audience in reflection and prayer for our armed forces, children, families and community. The YMCA Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast was initiated after the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001. The YMCA and City of St. Petersburg came together to provide an opportunity for all community members to gather and reflect on important issues, challenges and commonalities. This unique event provides a venue for the community to share a meal and develop stronger, more unified relationships.

YMCA Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program

The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg's Neighbor-to-Neighbor Christmas program provides a traditional Christmas to more than 400 families suffering financial hardship. Families that are sponsored through our program receive a tree with decorations, Christmas dinner, a bible and toys for the children. This is all made possible by donations from local businesses and community members, but also could not be done without the help of volunteers. The program includes two major events, Tree Delivery Day and Toy Box Night. On Tree Delivery Day, volunteers gather to deliver Christmas trees & decorations to the sponsored families. It is a wonderful and rewarding experience to be able to see the look on a recipient's face when the tree is delivered! On Toy Box Night, the YMCA closes early and is turned into Santa's Toyshop! Recipients come, and with the help of our cherished elves (our volunteers), select toys for their children. This night is a wonderful community event.

YMCA Businesses Building A Better Community Luncheon

Business leaders from throughout St. Petersburg attend the YMCA Businesses Building A Better Community Luncheon not only for a great networking opportunity but to also hear a fellow business leader speak on growing a business through outstanding leadership and vision. The luncheon, which is typically held in April, focuses on the important roles that corporate giving and philanthropy play in strengthening communities. Proceeds from the YMCA Businesses Building A Better Community Luncheon will benefit community leaders by funding programs that enrich the lives of children and their families through academic support, cultural arts, health and wellness, and computer literacy.

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people and communities. As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job—we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. At the Y, you can discover your passion and a lifelong career helping to solve some of the nation’s most pressing social issues.

There is No Other Workplace Like the Y

The Y is a nonprofit like no other. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver, positive change. Every day, our staff—of all ages and from diverse backgrounds and life experiences—work to bridge the gaps in community needs by nurturing the potential of children and teens, improving the nation’s health and well-being and providing support to our neighbors. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

The Y Invests in You

The Y is dedicated to helping you reach your professional goals because we want you to feel valued in your work and confident in your potential. Here, supervisors believe in you and help you to succeed. You’ll be encouraged to become a leader through:

• a comprehensive leadership development and certification system that promotes learning at all stages of your career.
• scholarships for continuing education and training.
• employee resource groups created for staff of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• coaching, mentoring and career pathing.

Caring Culture

Character is what counts at the Y, where our values—caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—shape our culture. The Y is a diverse community where your colleagues quickly become your friends.

Employee Benefits/Compensation

Each Y offers a different compensation package that includes some or all of these benefits:

• Competitive salaries • Health and dental insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible work schedule • Subsidized child care
• Free YMCA membership • Tuition reimbursement
• Reduced program fees
• Time-off benefits for vacation, illness and holidays
• YMCA Retirement Fund

PLEASE RETURN ALL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS TO:

LeeAnn Fox- This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

600 1st Avenue North, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Who We Are

The Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Our Mission

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

Our Cause

We are a powerful association of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors in 10,000 communities to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

What We Do

The Y makes accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the nation’s health and well-being, and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

How we do it

There is no other nonprofit quite like the Y. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

• The Y is community centered. For nearly 160 years, we’ve been listening and responding to our communities.
• The Y brings people together. We connect people of all ages and backgrounds to bridge the gaps in community needs.
• The Y nurtures potential. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
• The Y has local presence and national reach. We mobilize local communities to effect lasting, meaningful change.

Our Impact

The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities. Every day our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair/Chief Volunteer Officer: Philip A. McLeod

Vice Chair: Susan S. Mittermayr

Treasurer: Jana L. Jones

Secretary: Jane Link Ferguson

Past Chairman: Harvey A. Ford

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

• Bronson Alexander
• Stephenson Anderson
• Christopher R. Bell
• David S. Cox
• Dick Crippen
• Mary Evertz
• James S. Henderson
• Joseph H. Lang
• David McEachern
  
• David L. Neely
• Dr. Christopher Nelson
• Melissa J. Rutland
• J. Mark Rutledge
  
• Murray B. Silverstein
• William H. Stover
• William G. Tapp
• William G. Ulbricht
• David Wilbanks
• G. Andrew Williams
  
• Earnest Williams

ADDRESS: 2421 4th Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

PHONE: 727-821-9348
Fax: 727-821-3389 Tues and Thurs 11:00am – 12:00pm

Primary Focus: Afterschool Academic Programs, Camp, Open Computer Lab, St. Petersburg Prodigy Art Program, SilverSneakers®, Financial Education for Adults, Community Outreach Center.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Elena Stowers

Membership Benefits

• One-week pass to the Jim and Heather Gills YMCA

• Reciprocal membership to the state-of-the-art Child's Park YMCA

• Access to the computer lab/internet access

• Direct access to resources provided by YMCA partners

• Group exercise classes, such as Silversneakers, Balance and strength and Bone Density

• Advance notice and preferred registration

• Early registration for limited spaces for summer camp, all Holiday camps and in-service days

• Special pricing for all in-service camps

• Discounted facility rental

• Member rate for youth swim lessons

Yearly Membership Rates

Membership Type Yearly Rate

Individual $10

Family $20

Payment Options

Annual Payment - If you choose this form of payment, your membership will run through the annual period at which time you can renew. If you allow your membership to expire, you have 30 days to renew without having to pay the joining fee again.

Termination Policy

No contracts! If you wish to terminate your membership, please give the YMCA a written notice by the 1st day of the month. Cancellation forms are available at the Member Services Center to assist with proper notification. Membership fees are non-refundable, and all membership cards must be returned upon termination.

The YMCA reserves the right to cancel memberships due to non-sufficient funds and/or noncompliance of the YMCA Code of Conduct.

Facility Usage

Have your next birthday party, family reunion, or meeting at the YMCA. With a large space good for a variety purposes, the Harbordale YMCA is available to you at an inexpensive rate! To find out more about Harbordale YMCA facility rentals call Elena Stowers at 821-9348.

Code of Conduct

At the YMCA, we expect staff, members and guests to behave in accordance with our mission and values at all times, respecting the rights and dignity of others. We demonstrate Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith by:

• Checking in with a membership card at the Member Service Center.

• Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner. Never resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures.

• Respecting others by refraining from intimate behavior in public; abstaining from contact of a sexual nature.

• Respecting the property of others; never engaging in theft or destruction.

• Creating a safe, caring environment; never carrying illegal firearms or devices.

• Participating in programs to build a healthy spirit, mind and body; never engaging in the use, sale, dispensing or possession of illegal drugs or narcotics, or the unsanctioned use of alcohol on YMCA premises.

Adherence to the YMCA Code of Conduct and regulations is essential. Noncompliance may result in suspension or termination of YMCA membership

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair/Chief Volunteer Officer: Philip A. McLeod

Vice Chair: Susan S. Mittermayr

Treasurer: Jana L. Jones

Secretary: Jane Link Ferguson

Past Chairman: Harvey A. Ford

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

• Bronson Alexander
• Stephenson Anderson
• Christopher R. Bell
• David S. Cox
• Dick Crippen
• Mary Evertz
• James S. Henderson
• Joseph H. Lang
  
• David McEachern
• David L. Neely
• Dr. Christopher Nelson
• Rene Y. Robinson-Flowers
• Melissa J. Ruthland
• Mark Rutledge
  
• Murray B. Silverstein
• William H. Stover
• William G. Tapp
• William G. Ulbricht
  
• David Wilbanks
• G. Andrew Williams
  
• Earnest Williams

EX-Officio: David W. Jezek President/CEO

ADDRESS: 2421 4th Street South

St. Petersburg, FL 33705

PHONE: 727-821-9348

Fax: 727-821-3389

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Elena Stowers

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday -Friday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday Closed

BUSINESS HOURS:

Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SILVERSNEAKERS CLASSES

Tues and Thurs 11:00am – 12:00pm