NEWS & UPDATES
HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

Posted on: Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Join Us for a Group Exercise Open House

Join us on Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th for our fun and challenging Group Exercise Open House! Experience a variety of our classes including Les Mills at our North Attleboro Branch, meet our instructors, and get a challenging workout too!

We will have prizes and giveaways, light refreshments, and special kids crafts. Learn more about our wellness programs such as personal training, small group training, nutrition, Weigh to Change, and our Stronger Together premier team and personal training program (offered at our Franklin Branch). For more information on these programs, speak to one of our Wellness Directors or visit Member Services.

Our Open House is free and open to both members and nonmembers. Bring your friends! No registration required.


FOXBORO Y OPEN HOUSE OFFERINGS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023:

• 8-8:30am TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING (TBC) – Studio A
• 8-8:30am POUND – Studio B
• 8-8:30am AQUA ZUMBA – Pool

• 8:30-9am HIGH FITNESS – Studio A
• 8:30-9am AQUA AEROBICS – Pool
• 8:30-9am CYCLE – Cycle Studio

• 9-9:30am LOW IMPACT FITNESS – Studio A
• 9-9:30am PILATES/BARRE – Studio B
• 9-9:30am RIP/RIDE – Cycle Studio

• 9:30-10am BOOT CAMP – Studio A
• 9:30-10am POWER YOGA – Studio B

• 10-10:30am BARBELL STRENGTH – Studio A
• 10-10:30am VINYASA YOGA – Studio B

• 10:30-11am LOW IMPACT KICKBOXING – Studio A
• 10:30-11am ZUMBA – Studio B

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2023:

• 7:15-8am Y Cycle – Cycle Studio
• 8:30-9:30am Barbell Strength – Studio A
• 9:30-10:30am ZUMBA – Studio A
• 9:40-10:20am STRETCH-CORE – Studio B
• 10:30-11:30am YOGA – Studio B

FRANKLIN Y OPEN HOUSE OFFERINGS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023:

• 7-7:45am Y CYCLE – Community Room with Beth
• 8-9am YOGA, Community Room with Jo Ann
• 8:30-9am TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING (TBC) – Studio with Jess
• 9-9:30am STRENGTH TRAINING – Studio with Jess & Jill
• 9:30-10:30am DANCE PARTY – Studio with Jill, Kaylee, Mayumi, & Gisela
• 10:30-11am PILATES CORE RECOVERY – Community Room with Jill

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2023:

• 7:45-8:45am Y CYCLE – Community Room with Mark & Jenn
• 8-8:45am ZUMBA DANCE PARTY – Studio with Benji & Kacie
• 9-10am BOOT CAMP – Gym with Jenn & Jill
• 9:15-10:15am GENTLE FLOW YOGA – Community Room with Holly

We will have information available on STRONGER TOGETHER, our premier team & personal training program, for members and non-members at our Member Service Desk. Click here to learn More about our Stronger Together programming.


NORTH ATTLEBORO Y OPEN HOUSE OFFERINGS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023:

• 7:15-7:45am GRIT Strength – Studio 1 with Kaylea
• 8-9am BODY PUMP – Studio 1 with Laura, Tammi & Sally
• 8-8:45am BARRE – Studio 2 with Tiffanie
• 9:15-9:45am SPRINT – Studio 2 with Noelle
• 9:50-10:20am CORE – Studio 1 with Noelle

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2023:

• 8-8:30am SPRINT – Studio 2 with Josie
• 8-8:50am BODY PUMP – Studio 1 with Tammie, Sally, & Rebecca
• 9-10am GENTLE FLOW YOGA – Studio 1 with Lisa
• 9:15-10am FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH – Wellness Floor with Bobby
• 10-10:45am ZUMBA DANCE PARTY – Studio 2 with Benji

We hope to see you soon!

Posted on: Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Double Your Gift with the Spier Family Matching Challenge

JOIN THE MEMBERSHIP THAT MATTERS
SPIER FAMILY MATCHING CHALLENGE

We are excited to share that Greg and Kathy Spier of Foxborough – long-time friends and dedicated supporters of our Y – have once again issued a $25,000 challenge, matching every donation made September 24 – 30.

100% of every gift goes directly to helping children and families in need experience our YMCA through our Reach Out Campaign, providing confidential scholarships and program subsidies.

All gifts made September 24-30, 2023 will be matched by the Spiers and the Spier Family Foundation.

As a non-profit organization, the Hockomock Area YMCA exists to help people be healthier, more confident and connected to each other and their communities. The Y is guided every day to remain focused on how best to respond to the emerging needs of its communities as individuals and families continue to face financial struggles.

EVERY GIFT MATTERS. GIVE TODAY!

Ways to Give:

  • Donate today and double your gift! Give online hockymca.org/give
  • Give by Venmo
  • Visit any Hockomock Area YMCA Member Services Desk and make your gift with a member of our team.
  • Become part of our Membership That Matters Program, by adding to your monthly membership.
  • Mail your gift to: Hockomock Area YMCA 300 Elmwood Street North Attleboro, MA 02760 (payable to: Hockomock Area YMCA)

Did you know?

In 2022, $2.7 million was provided in program subsidies and confidential scholarships to people in need in the Y’s 15 town service area to experience YMCA programs and services regardless of ability to pay.

To learn about other ways to support this initiative, please contact Katie Moore at katiem@hockymca.org.

Posted on: Tuesday, August 8th, 2023

Legends Online Auction

LEGENDS ONLINE AUCTION

A Benefit for the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integration Initiative

Amazing Items. Great Gifts.

** Bidding is now open! **

Here’s an excellent opportunity to contribute to a great cause and score unique gifts this holiday season! Our online auction is held to complement our November 14th Legends Ball at Lake Pearl. All funds benefit the Integration Inititative, which provides opportunities for children and adults with special needs in our communities. Since 2004, more than 1,600 children and families have participated in our initiative.

ONLINE AUCTION

Already attending the Ball? Click the above button and a ‘Register Now’ button, which will appear. You will then be able to view our online auction, which closes at 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

Remember to bid high and bid often!

AMAZING ITEMS INCLUDE:

  • Birthday Party Packages
  • Scenic Plane Ride for 3
  • Private Chef Experience
  • Cooking Class
  • Taste of Italy Basket
  • Makeup Artist
  • YMCA Pool Club @ Park Terrace Summer Membership
  • Fire Truck Ride to School
  • Camping Package
  • Boston Celtics Tickets
  • Inflatable Paddleboard
  • Private Yoga at Home
  • Tree House Brewery Items
  • 7 Night Italy Stay for 2
  • and much more!

Items will be delivered in time for the holidays. Be sure to check back often, as new items will be added to the auction daily.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Nicole at nicoleb@hockymca.org or 508-643-5235.

Posted on: Sunday, July 30th, 2023

Chili Bowl Cook Off

Join us for the Chili Cook Off at Patriot Place!

Students may be going back to school, but summer isn’t over yet! Come to Patriot Place on Friday, September 15th to celebrate the last Friday this summer. There will be family fun, live music, and chili for everyone!

Friday, September 15, 2023
4:30pm – 6:30pm

at Patriot Place – outdoors at the North Marketplace

Enjoy chili samples from Patriot Place restaurants. Prize for the best chili is awarded by guests and a panel of celebrity judges. All proceeds benefit our Y’s annual Reach Out Campaign.

PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY

Admission is $10 per person. (Kids 10 and under are free). Purchase tickets in advance or day of event.

If you have any questions, please email: Nicole at nicoleb@hockymca.org.

Posted on: Thursday, July 20th, 2023

Operation Backpack

For 7 years, the YMCA Backpack Drive has provided school supplies and backpacks for children in communities across the Hockomock area, filling them with hope for a brighter future as they start the school year. The children in our community need us now more than ever.

Having access to proper supplies is an integral part of a student’s success. Together we work to make sure that kids have the tools they need to start the upcoming school year off right. If you are in a position to help, we will be so grateful. Please donate to the 8th annual Hockomock Area YMCA Backpack Drive.

New supplies and backpacks are requested now through August 4th.

Our goal is to provide 3,000 fully stocked backpacks to students residing in each of the 15 towns served by the Hockomock Y. Community members who would like to sponsor the Backpack Drive are asked to contact Patrick Murphy at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org. Sponsorship levels are varied: click here.

In addition to monetary donations, supplies that are needed include:

  • backpacks for students ages 4-18
  • colored pencils
  • crayons
  • binders
  • glue sticks
  • highlighters
  • pencils and pencil cases
  • rulers
  • scissors
  • spiral notebooks
  • lunch boxes
  • washable markers

A donation of $50 will cover the cost of one fully stocked backpack. Please text HOCKYMCA to 56651 or visit hockymca.org/give to complete a secure monetary donation of any size. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization and all donations are tax deductible.

Check out out Amazon wish list today!

AMAZON WISH LIST

Donation bin locations

Items not shipped to us directly from the above Amazon link may be dropped off at collection sites outside Hockomock Area YMCA facilities during normal business hours. If donating at our Mansfield Arts & Education Center, please do so when dropping off or picking up your camper. Otherwise, please contact emilyh@hockymca.org to arrange delivery at the Balcom Street facility.

  • If you have a high traffic location and would like to host a bin, please contact backpacks@hockymca.org.
  • If you are willing to collect supplies from your neighbors, please use this form to sign up as a drop-off location in your community.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER!

We are eagerly recruiting volunteers to help sort and stuff backpacks to meet our deadline. Many hands make light work. Adults are welcome to bring their supervised children. Students, you may also plan to bring community service forms for signing. Please sign up at the purple button (above) for your time from the following slots: (7/31) 10am – 12pm or 2pm – 5pm | (8/1) 12pm – 4pm | (8/2) 11am – 1pm or 5pm – 7pm | (8/7) 9am – 12pm or 1pm – 4pm | (8/8) 9am – 12pm | (8/9) 5pm – 7pm or 9am – 12pm | (8/10) 10am – 1pm or 3pm – 6pm | (8/11) 10am – 2pm. Volunteers, you will meet YMCA staff at Amvet School (70 Amvet Blvd, North Attleborough, MA). Contact for any volunteer questions: backpacks@hockymca.org.

Do you or someone you know need a backpack? Contact us today.

Please submit any requests for school supplies by completing this short form click here.

The Backpack Drive is a collaborative effort made possible by the YMCA staff, program participants, partners and neighbors to provide kids the confidence that comes when boys and girls are able to go to school prepared. Thank you in advance for your participation!

SPONSOR THE DRIVE

Posted on: Sunday, July 16th, 2023

Summer Camp Fun, Trips & More

Our summer camps provide a safe place for kids to get away from technology and the stresses of the outside world, allowing them to simply just be kids. We are proud and respectful of the trust parents place in our YMCA. A safe environment for children combined with quality programming is vital in our focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

All camp counselors are trained in first aid, CPR, and child abuse prevention. All staff must sign and comply with our Y’s Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies. Our Y’s founding core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility are part of everything we do. Our camps give parents peace of mind knowing that their children are participating in safe, technology-free, fun and interactive activities with their peers, face to face, and having the time of their life.

At our camps, kids have the chance to try new things, to develop confidence, and learn new skills. They’ll spend time in the beautiful outdoors while trying archery, rope climbing, planting in the garden, and so much more. They’ll play game favorites like Gaga, Capture the Flag, and Sticks & Arrows and swim daily in our pools. Our campers will receive a swim lesson in the morning, and in the afternoon, they will get to hang out in the pool. Campers in Grades 2-6 will go on local field trips and special guests will visit our younger campers to round out the summer experience. And throughout all of these activities, our campers are creating amazing friendships and memories of the #BestSummerEver.

Our camp offerings range from traditional camps to sports camps, to enrichment camps, teen travel camps and more, for ages 3 through the teen years. To see more details on our camps and what camp would best fit your child, click on the orange “camp offerings” button.

To see what field trips and special guests are planned for our campers, please see below!

We look forward to meeting you and providing your kids with an amazing summer.

CAMP OFFERINGS

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Posted on: Wednesday, July 12th, 2023

Swim Team Tryouts

We’re excited to announce short course tryout dates for kids in our community ages 6-18 who want to join the Y’s HAY Lightning Swim Team!

The team will participate in weekly practices and meets during the coming fall and winter, practicing at all Hockomock Y pools. HAY Lightning Swimmers have the chance to build skills and confidence in a caring and supportive team environment. Swim meets will be held throughout the area. Additional details on the team are available here.


Potential team participants should attend (1) of the following tryouts. Please arrive 10 minutes early with your goggles in hand and wearing your swim suit.

Mon. July 31 (6:00 p.m.) at the Foxboro Y
Wed. August 2 (5:30 p.m.) at the Franklin Y
Fri. August 4 (6:00 p.m.) at the Foxboro Y


At the Y, we recognize that youth need positive adult and peer role models, and they need to feel physically and emotionally safe to thrive. Our coaches nurture children along their journey to adulthood, so they can become active, thriving and contributing members of society. And we have a lot of fun!

Our Short Course season runs September to mid-February and is followed by our Long Course season, which runs mid-April to mid-July. Tryouts for long course will be announced as we get closer to April. Please contact haylightning@hockymca.org with any questions. See you on the pool deck!

Posted on: Monday, May 29th, 2023

YMCA Golf Classic

Each year our YMCA is proud to host this golf classic to recognize the achievement of young people in our Leadership Development programs and raise funds for outreach programs that support teens in the 15 communities we serve.

We are pleased to invite you to join us for a great day of golf, for a great cause. This fun event is set for Monday, September 18, 2023 at Maplegate Country Club in Bellingham, Massachusetts.

What a value! In addition to an outstanding round of golf, the event will include continental breakfast, scrumptious food throughout the day, and will conclude with a buffet lunch — all while enjoying the complimentary beverage carts throughout the day and plenty of surprises along the way.

EVENT DETAILS

7:30-8:15am – Check-In & Registration / Continental Breakfast
8:30am – Shotgun start
2:30pm – Lunch / program
 Maplegate Country Club, 160 Maple St, Bellingham, MA

REGISTER NOW

Foursomes are sold out but contact Patrick at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org to join the wait list. Sponsorship opportunities are available. See link below.

How does the Hockomock Y helps kids to get on track and stay on track?

  • Teen Centers
  • Ropes Challenge Courses
  • Leaders Clubs
  • Youth and Government Programs
  • Teen Transitions and part-time staff development programs designed to teach skills and values needed to make safe decisions

Thank you to those who make this event possible. Your support of Hockomock Area YMCA Teen Programming and Outreach is sincerely appreciated.

Presenting Sponsor: Unic Pro

Sponsorships are welcome. For more information, contact Patrick Murphy at 508-643-5262 or patrickm@hockymca.org.

Posted on: Saturday, May 27th, 2023

Spier Family 5K & Family Day

Join us for a great race and family day!

Sponsored by the Spier Family and in support of our Hockomock Area YMCA Food Access Initiative, the annual 5K that hundreds have come to love (formerly called The Foxboro 5K) returns to our Invensys Foxboro Branch. Join us!

Food insecurity is a growing concern in the region and, to address this, the Hockomock Y provides free food and meals with no questions asked.

This course and the entire morning of activities will make memories for years to come for all ages and abilities. All proceeds will go to feeding our community.

SPIER FAMILY
KINDNESS FOR KIDS 5K
& KIDS RUN + FAMILY DAY

Saturday, June 3, 2023
returning to our Invensys Foxboro Branch

67 Mechanic Street in Foxboro, Massachusetts
»» 5K Race begins at 8:00 a.m. on the streets surrounding the Y
»» Registration available online or on race day (starting at 7:00 a.m.)
»» Kids Fun Run will start at 9:00 a.m. (ages 12 and under)

REGISTER TODAY!

»» Don’t miss the YMCA’s free activities! Family Day will be happening 8:00am-11:00am also at the Foxboro Y!
»» Cost: $25 (5K); Free (but must be registered)
»» The first 200 5K registrants receive a commemorative Kindness for Kids 5K shirt
»» Child Watch at the Foxboro Y will be available during the race.
»» Strollers are also welcome as part of the race.
»» We ask that all runners and event participants consider bringing a non-perishable food item for donation as we work to “Stuff-the-Mobile-Food-Truck” (at check-in) and assist those who need support. We will also collect backpacks and school supplies to get an early start on our annual Backpack Drive efforts.

ABOUT THE DAY

Our excellent 5K race will kick off the Hockomock Y’s Spier Family Kindness for Kids Family Day. What a better way to encourage healthy patterns for the young ones in your life than this: a) arrive early and run or walk the Kindness for Kids 5K, b) check out fun, interactive and educational vendor booths, and then c) cheer on kids in the Kids Fun Run!

For information about becoming a vendor for the family fun day, please email patrickm@hockymca.org.

Questions about the 5K or the overall event, please email nicoleb@hockymca.org.


Posted on: Monday, May 22nd, 2023

Fire at our Family Pool Club @ Park Terrace

Monday, May 22, 2023

Due to the extensive damages from Saturday’s fire and the information we’ve gathered in the last 48 hours regarding the reopening process, the timeline to complete the necessary repairs would make it impossible to open our Family Pool Club in time for the 2023 summer season. We are deeply saddened by this fire and its devastation.

We are committed to the Club’s rebuild and creating the best member experience possible, opening in June 2024.

Family Pool Club members will receive full refunds on all fees paid by May 26th.

Thank you for your confidence in our YMCA – even in the face of adversity – to continue to deliver our mission to be here for our neighbors, serve our communities, and come back even stronger from this unfortunate incident.

Sincerely,

Jim Downs
CEO, Hockomock Area YMCA

Pool Club questions are to be directed to poolclub@hockymca.org.

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Sunday, May 21, 2023

We regret to inform our members and the community that our YMCA’s new Family Pool Club @ Park Terrace in Plainville caught fire Saturday, May 20, 2023. The main clubhouse building experienced significant damage. No one was in the building at the time and we are thankful that no injuries were reported. We are grateful to the Plainville Fire Department who led the efforts, along with mutual aid from other local fire agencies, to suppress the fire.

The facility was under final renovations and preparations for its opening in June. We acquired the property earlier this year and significant construction and renovations were underway in anticipation of re-opening the facility for the summer season. The swim club is situated on 10.5 acres in a park-like setting at 5 Berry Street, Plainville.

As a local community centerpiece for family fun for decades, everyone at the Hockomock Area YMCA was excited and energized for the re-opening of this Plainville summer landmark. We are deeply saddened by this fire and its devastation. We are fully supporting and cooperating with the Town of Plainville and the Plainville Fire Department as they conduct a fire investigation.

Our YMCA’s hope and expectation is to rebuild. While we don’t know the timeline and details at this very moment, we are dedicated and committed to this wonderful local recreational treasure. More information will be shared as it becomes available.

Sincerely,

Jim Downs
CEO, Hockomock Area YMCA

All media inquiries are to be directed to jim@hockymca.org.

HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
 508.695.7001

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BERNON FAMILY BRANCH

45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA 02038

 508.528.8708

INVENSYS FOXBORO BRANCH

67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA 02035

 508.543.2523

HURLEY FAMILY BRANCH

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760

 508.695.7001

MANSFIELD ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

40 Balcom Street
Mansfield, MA 02048

 508.339.3066