Posted on: Sunday, September 2nd, 2018

Check out our Fitness Classes for Kids

Do you want your kids to be more active & look forward to fitness activities?

We offer a number of fitness programs to fit the needs of kids… from elementary to middle school (and beyond)–
From kids that have never exercised before to very athletic kids, and anywhere in-between. Our Y has a program that will benefit them all physically, mentally, and socially. Have them try one of our 7-week Fall 1 classes that will run starting the week of September 9th through Oct 28th.

We have a Special Offer!

If you register for one of the fitness programs listed below by September 9th, we will give you a free 1/2 hour parent/child nutrition session with our nutritionist.

Details:

• Sign up your child for Be Strong, Kids Run Club, Duathlon Kids, or Intro to Sports Performance Training for the Fall One Session. (Sept 9-Oct 28, 2018)
• Program must be purchased by the start of the first class for Fall 1 2018
• Half hour parent/child nutrition session must be used by December 31, 2018

Description of Fitness Programs:

Is your child new to exercising?

BE STRONG:
This program introduces strength training using F.I.T.T. Principles in ways that are fun, creative & motivating. You will create a personal fitness journal using the S.M.A.R.T. concept making long term goals & weekly short term goals. Under the fitness coach’s direction, you will learn the importance of consistency, creating healthy habits, and accountability, all while having fun with others kids your age.

For Ages 5-7:

• North Attleboro: Tues 5:00-5:45pm
• Franklin: Sat 10:00-10:45am
• Foxboro: Tues 5:00-5:45pm


• Cost: $43/Member $65/Program Member

For Ages 8-10:

• North Attleboro: Wed 5:00-6:00pm
• Franklin: Sat 10:45-11:45am
• Foxboro: Wed 5:00-6:00pm


• Cost: $55/Member $83/Program Member

For Ages 11-13:

• North Attleboro: Thurs 5:00-6:00pm
• Franklin: Sat 11:45-12:45am
• Foxboro: Wed 5:00-6:00pm


• Cost: $55/Member $83/Program Member

Register here for Be Strong

Are your kids already fairly active and interested in competing in running and / or biking?

KIDS RUN CLUB:
Run Club provides valuable tools that will help your child concentrate better in school, manage their time, set goals, gain confidence, and improve their individual and team participation. Runners will challenge themselves weekly to run stronger, improve their form, their times, and their distances run.

For Ages 5-7:

• North Attleboro: Tues 4:00-4:45pm
• Franklin: Wed 3:45-4:30pm
• Foxboro: Tues 4:00-4:45pm or Sat 10:00-10:45am


• Cost: $43/Member $65/Program Member

For Ages 8-10:

• North Attleboro: Wed 4:00-4:45pm
• Franklin: Wed 3:45-4:30pm
• Foxboro: Wed 4:00-4:45pm or Sun 10:00-10:45am


• Cost: $43/Member $65/Program Member

DUATHLON KIDS:
This is a fun program to introduce Duathlon training to kids! Each week participants will work toward the goal of completing a 1/2 mile run, then 4-1/2 mile bike, and another 1/2 mile run. At the last class, parents are welcome to watch their athlete compete in a duathlon.

For Ages 9+:

• North Attleboro: Thurs 4:00-5:00pm
• Cost: $55/Member $83/Program Member

Register here for Kids Run Club or Duathlon Kids

Is your 11-13 year old athlete looking bring his or her fitness and sport to another level?

Intro to Sports Performance Training:
Improve performance in competition with this program designed for athletes. Participants will work on footwork, balance, agility, and strength. This is a 6-week large group setting of 6 to 10 athletes led by a certified personal trainer.

For Ages 11-13:

• North Attleboro: Sat 9:30-10:15am
• Franklin: Wed 3:45-4:30pm
• Foxboro: Sun 10:00-10:45pm


• Cost: $43/Member $65/Program Member

Register here for Intro to Sports Performance Training

If you have any questions about any of these classes or about the special offer, contact your branch’s Health & Wellness Director:

• Foxboro Branch: Health & Wellness Director Abby Wills, 508-772-1302 or abbyw@hockymca.org

• Franklin Branch: Health & Wellness Director Matt Pilla, 774-235-2732 or matthewp@hockymca.org

• North Attleboro Branch: Health & Wellness Director Jessica Graham, 508-643-5299 or jessicag@hockymca.org

Posted on: Sunday, June 17th, 2018

Prep for Summer Camp

Summer camp is almost here!

All of our plans and preparations are in full swing so that all campers will have their best summer ever. To help, here is some guidance for parents about what we suggest kids bring to camp (and what they leave at home). In addition, for your convenience, we have included a link to our camp handbooks.

PLEASE label all items – including lunch

» Foxboro Camp Handbook

» Franklin Camp Handbook

» North Attleboro Camp Handbook

Suggested Items for All Camps

When preparing for a camp day, it’s helpful to remember how active kids are at camp. They need to be comfortable and to have a few food options:

Comfortable Clothes to move and play in. Campers will get messy so consider bringing a change of clothing
Swimsuit & Towel – if you are participating in a camp that has swim time
Closed Toe Shoes (No Sandals or Flip Flops Please)
Sweatshirt or Light Jacket for cool or damp days
Lunch, Snacks, & Drinks.
Please be sure to provide choices that are healthy, fulfilling, and non-perishable (there is no refrigeration at camp). Children will eat and drink more than usual because they are so active throughout the day. Half-day and full-day campers will need lunch, snacks and drinks. Water bottles are highly recommended.
Water Bottles with Water (no glass please)
Sunscreen and Bug Repellent.
A Bag to carry your belongings and a plastic bag for wet clothes

Suggested Items for Rainy Days

On bad-weather days, it’s a good idea to send a little extra to camp. It helps keep them comfortable if we get stuck out in the weather:

Raincoat or Poncho
Umbrella
Extra shoes/socks
Changes of clothes (including underwear)

What NOT to bring to Camp

PLEASE leave valuable personal items at home.

Campers should not bring or wear any valuable, personal articles such as expensive footwear, watches, jewelry, phones, personal music devices, electronic games, trading cards, key chains, toys, etc. Children are not permitted to use these items at camp. Do not bring sporting equipment unless it is approved by the camp counselors and/or to be used at a specialty sports camp.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your camp director.
We look forward to sharing amazing new adventures with you and your children this summer!

VIEW OUR CAMP OFFERINGS

Posted on: Friday, June 1st, 2018

Transform yourself this summer

“Before starting Weigh to Change, I hadn’t had a physical since 2016.  At that time my cholesterol was in the normal range but I was much heavier. I just finished the spring 2018 WTC program. I have lost a total of 30 pounds and 24 inches. Not only that, I just learned that my cholesterol has dropped by 20 points! I fully credit this program. It’s incredible the positive changes that happen, even the ones we can’t see. I am so happy!” – WTC participant, Rachel

Our summer Weigh to Change Program begins June 25th and runs through September 9th.

Come to a WTC Info Session & learn more.

Bernon Family (Franklin) Branch
45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MA 02038

• June 20, Wednesday @ 6:30pm

Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street, Foxboro, MA 02067

• June 21, Thursday @ 6:00pm

North Attleboro Branch
300 Elmwood Street, North Attleboro, MA 02760

• June 14, Thursday @ 6:00pm

The Weigh to Change program offers support and education in both areas of fitness and nutrition. By combining physical training and better nutrition, participants will benefit in the most successful way to achieve weight loss. Participants will be challenged throughout the ten weeks with personal training, nutrition guidance, group workouts, and friendly challenge competitions.

Specifically the Weigh to Change Program includes:

• Weekly individual 30-minute personal training session
• Individual nutrition counseling with our nutritionist
• Minimum of three weekly group training sessions offered solely for the summer WTC group
• Weekly nutrition and physical challenges
• Two Nutrition workshops and a grocery store education tour
• Before & after Styku 3-D body scans (provides measurements)
• Entry into a local summer road race

The cost of the program is $499 for Hockomock Area YMCA Members and $599 for Hockomock Area YMCA Program Members (over an $800 value).

To register, visit one of our member service desks or register online HERE.

Become one of our Weigh to Change success stories…you will be so happy you did!