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the Foxboro Y

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Posted on: Thursday, September 26th, 2019

Learn CPR & Save a Life

The Hockomock Area YMCA is pleased to offer life saving skill training at the Y or at your preferred location for groups of six or more. The course lasts three hours and upon completion provides certification paperwork valid for two years.

Community Safety Training is available to everyone age 16 or older and membership at the Y is not required.

Get involved today.

Registration is required (cost: $70 per person).

Class Options:

  • Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 PM @ the North Attleboro Y; choose from the following dates: 11/13/19, 12/4/19, 12/18/19, 1/15/20, 1/29/20. CONTACT: nicoleb@hockymca.org or call 508-695-7001 if you have any questions.

  • Weekend evening options upcoming @ the Foxboro Y: Friday, November 1, 2019 or Saturday, December 14, 2019 (6:30 – 9:30 PM) @ the Foxboro Y. CONTACT: sheilar@hockymca.org or call 508-543-2523 if you have any questions.

  • Saturday morning, January 11, 2020 (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM) @ the Foxboro Y. CONTACT: sheilar@hockymca.org or call 508-543-2523 if you have any questions.

  • Do you have a group of six or more? If it is preferable that the safety training is done at your location, please contact krystinae@hockymca.org or call 774-235-2761. We look forward to working with you.

Lifeguard Certification:

  • Lifeguard certification and recertificataion is also offered throughout the year at the YMCA. To view availability click here.

  • Non-members: when you enter the registration page, please choose “I don’t have an account, but I want to create one.” Scroll all the way down (past a variety of membership options) to the section that states “Non-Member Program Registration: This membership type allows non-members to register for programs”.

REGISTER NOW

Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. Thank you in advance for striving to improve others’ quality of life.

Posted on: Sunday, August 18th, 2019

Join us at Patriot Place for Healthy Kids Day

Our annual event promoting healthy lifestyles–Healthy Kids Day®–is returning for a great day of fit family fun on Saturday, Sept. 28th.

The Hockomock Area YMCA really is WHERE FAMILIES CONNECT. Don’t miss our largest community event focused on healthy living. Enjoy all the creative, challenging, smart, and healthy fun for all ages. For the first time, our Foxboro YMCA 5K and Kids Fun Run presented by Six String Grill & Stage will take place simultaneously (there is a charge for the running events, below). We look forward to sharing this unique chance to race at the same place as so many championships!

Healthy Kids Day will take place:

Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 10am-1pm
at Patriot Place in Foxborough

Find us on the Patriot Place Plaza, located outside Patriots Hall of Fame presented by Raytheon. In addition to our Presenting Sponsor Patriot Place, the day is supported by these generous sponsors: Live Nation New England and Xfinity Center, Norwood Hospital, and Sturdy Memorial Medical Staff, as well as Goody Bag Sponsors Nature’s Path and Stop & Shop.

Healthy Kids Day is a free community event that encourages kids to be active and provides families with options and methods for living healthier lives. Enjoy:

  • inflatable gaga ball pit
  • photo booth (Every Photo Tells a Story, presented by Patriot Place)
  • giveaways
  • car seat safety checks (presented by Dorel Juvenile Group)
  • gymnastics obstacle course
  • nutrition demos
  • visit with Pat Patriot & New England Patriots cheerleaders
  • hands on STEM (science, tech, engineering & math) activities
  • fitness obstacle course
  • vision checks (presented by Lions District 33 Eye Mobile)
  • and much more!

Don’t miss The Foxboro YMCA 5K at Patriot Place — Here are the Details:

  • Our start and finish lines are at same spot at Healthy Kid Day!
  • Onsite Registration opens at 7:30 a.m.
  • 5K starts at 9:00 a.m. (run or walk)
  • Kids Run starts at 11:00 a.m.
  • Cost: $30 (5K) and $15 (Kids Run)
  • All Kids Fun Runners will be awarded a medal!
  • Join us as we run in memory of Michael Baker, Linda Cavossa and Jackie Thomas
  • Early bib pickup (optional) will be available 9/26 (12pm-9:30pm) and 9/27 (5:15am-9:30pm) at The Foxboro Y (67 Mechanic Street, Foxborough)

Be sure to visit all the great vendors who will be onsite to share their Healthy Kids Day tips, games and prizes:

American Cancer Society, Bass Pro Shops, BBS Energy Works, LLC, Bellingham Senior Center, Brigham & Womens/Mass General Health Care Center, Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol County, Children’s Melanoma Prevention Foundation, District 33K Lions, Dorel Juvenile, Every Photo Tells a Story PhotoBooth, Foxboro Rotary Club, Fuel Up To Play 60, Jennifer Rose Art, Kennedy Donovan Center, Malco Art Center, Mass Dept of Children and Families, New England Frozen Ventures, Inc, New England Revolution, Norwood Hospital – Sponsor, Patriot Place, Pediatric Dental Healthcare, Project Bread, WIC Nutrition Program.

Connect with us on our #HealthyKidsDay2019 facebook event

See you at Patriot Place!

Posted on: Wednesday, August 14th, 2019

Foxboro YMCA 5K at Patriot Place

Join us THIS SATURDAY for a great race and celebration at the site of so many championships!

New this year! We are proud to announce that the Foxboro 5K has moved to Gillette Stadium and the course will be one that makes memories for years to come for all ages and abilities. Please contact JohnDevine@hockymca.org if you have any questions. Onsite registration will open at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday (9/28).

FOXBORO Y 5K
CHALLENGE YOURSELF
5K AND KIDS RUN

Saturday, Sept 28, 2019
at Patriot Place Plaza, located outside Patriots Hall of Fame presented by Raytheon

Foxborough, Massachusetts
Join us as we run in memory of Michael Baker, Linda Cavossa and Jackie Thomas.

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Six String Grill & Stage! Visit them at Patriot Place (next to Renaissance Boston) for lunch, dinner, kids menu and live music.

  • Onsite Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.
  • 5K race begins at 9:00 a.m.
  • The Kids Run is just under 1 mile; it will start at 11:00 a.m.
  • DJ Mike will be onsite all day with great music and fun banter
  • Kids Run participants will each earn a medal
  • Cost: $30- for the 5K and $15- for the Kids Run

A DAY FILLED WITH CELEBRATION

On the same day and place as the 5K and Kids Run, the YMCA’s free annual celebration of healthy living—HEALTHY KIDS DAY®— will take place. So please be sure to join the activities on Patriot Place Plaza, which will run from 10:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. What a great day for everyone!

For your convenience, the YMCA is offering bib pickup for registered runners at the Foxboro Y (67 Mechanic Street, Foxborough, MA) as follows: Thursday, Sept. 26 from 12:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 27 from 5:15 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Posted on: Sunday, August 11th, 2019

Annual Candle Sale

The Wax is Back!
Join us for our annual Candle Sale.

Details:

Friday, November 15: 10:00am-7:00pm
Saturday, November 16: 10:00am-2:00pm
Sunday, November 17: 10:00am-2:00pm
Lobbies of our Branches in Foxboro and North Attleboro

Candle prices will range from $3 to $5.

Thanks to a good friend of our YMCA, we have designer candles donated to help support YMCA Teen Programming.

Every dollar and scent will benefit youth and families in our community. Cash and credit card accepted. Candles make great gifts for the holidays!

Posted on: Saturday, August 3rd, 2019

Fall Weigh to Change session starting soon

Our Weigh to Change program provides the support and guidance you need to succeed. Christine Toland (pictured) explains, “the amount of support and encouragement that I received from the trainers, nutritionist, staff, and other WTC members is amazing. I have been transformed both mentally and physically, and I couldn’t be happier.”

Registration is now open for our Weigh to Change Program. The 10-week program run September 15th through November 23th.

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 sessions
  • Individual nutrition counseling with our nutritionist
  • Minimum of 3 weekly group training sessions offered solely for the Fall WTC group
  • Weekly nutrition and physical challenges and entry in a local road race
  • Two Nutrition workshops
  • Grocery store education tours
  • Before & after Styku 3-D body scans to provide measurements

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

REGISTER HERE FOR WEIGH TO CHANGE

INFO SESSIONS

Meet the trainers who will guide you through your Weigh to Change journey at one of our Info Sessions or schedule your own info session:

  • Bernon Family Branch: Thurs. Sept 12 @ 6:00pm or email abbyw@hockymca.org
  • Invensys Foxboro Branch: Wed. Sept 11 @ 6:15pm or email laurenhynes@hockymca.org
  • North Attleboro Branch: Wed. Sept 11 @ 6:00pm or email jocelynl@hockymca.org

Posted on: Tuesday, July 9th, 2019

Why is summer camp important?

A recent article by the Child Mind Institute stated that “the average American child is said to spend 4-7 minutes a day in unstructured play outdoors, and over 7 hours a day in front of a screen.” That’s a startling statistic. Instead of just tv, our kids’ technology has grown to include phones, tablets, apps, social media and texting. Not only are kids sitting too long in front of a screen, they are not interacting with each other face to face.

Y summer camps provide a safe place for kids to get away from technology and the stresses of the outside world and allow kids 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.

Summer camp gives children the chance to try new things, to develop confidence, and to learn new skills. Kids at our camps get to try new things such as archery, rope climbing, and planting in the garden. They get to play game favorites like Gaga, Capture the Flag, and Sticks & Arrows and well as swim daily in the pool. The campers get a swim lesson in the morning, and in the afternoon, they get to hang out in the pool. And throughout all of these activites, the campers are creating amazing friendships, and memories of the best summer ever.

Camp starts in June and runs for 11 weeks through the summer. Camp offerings range from traditional camps to sports camps to enrichment camps and more for kids ranging from age 3 through teen years. To see more details on our camps and what camp would best fit your child, click on camp offerings. If you would like a private camp tour, please reach out to Member Services at one of our branches. We look forward to meeting you and providing your kids with an amazing summer.

CAMP OFFERINGS

Posted on: Monday, July 8th, 2019

Join the Kid to Camp Challenge

DOUBLE YOUR GIFT THROUGH JULY 21!

Here’s a special opportunity to provide kids in need in your community a camp experience this summer. Now through July 21st, 2019 (or until we meet our $25,000 goal) your gift to our Reach Out for Youth & Families program will be doubled by the Spier Family Foundation!

PLEASE GIVE NOW

100% of every gift goes directly to helping children and families in need.

Greg and Kathy Spier, long time Foxborough residents, Y members and volunteers, and community leaders, are passionate about improving the quality of life in their community. The Spier Family name is prominently displayed on the indoor and outdoor aquatics centers at the Y’s Invensys Foxboro Branch. The Spiers are also benefactors of the SPLASH program which has resulted in teaching hundreds of local school children how to be safe around water, learn to swim, and begin enjoying swimming as lifelong recreation. Recently, they shared the inspiration for their philanthropy.

Did you know?

  • 1 in 5 of our Y campers receive confidential financial assistance
  • All children are welcome at camp regardless of ability to pay

This is our cause and our mission. With your support we will provide a safe, fun, thriving environment for more young people to explore the world around them, build confidence, develop life skills, and make lasting friendships and memories.

Join the challenge. Impact a life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of local kids and families this summer.

Posted on: Monday, June 10th, 2019

FOXBORO YMCA 5K AT PATRIOT PLACE

Join us for a great race and celebration at the site of so many championships!

New this year! We are proud to announce that the Foxboro 5K has moved to Gillette Stadium and the course will be one that makes memories for years to come for all ages and abilities.

FOXBORO Y 5K
CHALLENGE YOURSELF
5K AND KIDS RUN

Saturday, Sept 28, 2019
at Patriot Place-The Plaza, located outside The Hall

Foxborough, Massachusetts
»» Race begins at 9:00 a.m.
»» Registration available online or on race day (starting at 7:30 a.m.)
»» Sponsorships are available now. Please contact: realimpact@hockymca.org or call 508.643.5265
»» Kids 0.9 mile run will start at 11:00 a.m.
»» DJ Mike will join us to hype up runners and their cheering committees
»» Don’t miss the YMCA’s annual free Healthy Kids Day event, which will be happening 10am-1pm also on the plaza! Details coming
»» Cost: $30- (5K) or $15- (Kids Run). Adult dri fit shirt or cotton short sleeved youth tee given to all who register by 9/1
»» All Kids will also receive a medal

ABOUT THE DAY

Our excellent 5K race will kick off the Hockomock Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day event. 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 Foxboro Y 5K, b) check out fun, interactive and educational vendor booths at Healthy Kids Day (free community event), and then c) cheer on kids who take on the fun run.

REGISTER TODAY!

Posted on: Thursday, May 9th, 2019

Commit to Change this Summer

Join the many folks who have participated in our Weigh to Change program and have succeeded in losing weight and inches, and are now living healthier, happier lives.

Our Weigh to Change (WTC) Program provides the support and guidance you need to succeed. Check out the WTC testimonials of John and Nancy Brennock, Christine Tolland, and Ben Ray:


NORTH ATTLEBORO BRANCH
WEIGH TO CHANGE SPOTLIGHT

“My wife Nancy and I have tried to lose weight repeatedly,” says John Brennock. “She asked me to join Weigh to Change with her. Reluctantly I said I’d join for her. She replied, “do it for yourself or not at all.” Day one I asked, “I love sweets, carbs, beer, wine, single malt scotch, and don’t eat vegetables. Can you help?” Surprisingly the nutritionist said yes! Without giving up things I love, and despite normal aging, we were more successful than we ever dreamed.”

FOXBORO BRANCH
WEIGH TO CHANGE SPOTLIGHT

“In April 2016 I participated in the first Weigh to Change and lost 14 pounds. I lost another 18, equaling 32 total” explains Christine Tolland. “What I gained from WTC was beyond my expectations. Not only did I learn how to eat clean, WTC helped me peel back the layers revealing the real me. I have gained a network of people that support me, 3 years after the program! I am stronger, more condident, and determined in all aspects of my life.”

FRANKLIN BRANCH
WEIGH TO CHANGE SPOTLIGHT

“I began Weigh to Change overweight at 330 pounds,” says Ben Ray. “Within 10 weeks, I lost 35 pounds and the weight is still dropping. At the same time, I’ve gained muscle and an increase in strength and energy.

Weight to Change is about embracing a lifestyle change. Unlike other programs I’ve been on, there’s no point counting or avoiding carbs. It’s about being mindful of your food choices and balancing your diet with the right combination of fat, protein and carbs. The nutritionist taught me how to make changes to my eating habits so that I don’t feel I’m on a diet and I’m never hungry.

The group and individual workouts are also outstanding. The trainers push hard but also do a great job modifying workouts to accommodate everyone’s fitness level. So whether you’re fit, out of shape or suffer from injuries, the workouts work for everyone.

The thing that surprised me the most was the comradery within the group. People in the group were all very friendly. They encouraged each other throughout the workouts and also shared food tips. Everyone worked together because we were all striving for the common goal of making positive changes in our lives.”


Join our Weigh to Change program today and achieve your own personal weight and inch loss goals.

Registration is now open for the Summer program.
The 11-week program will run June 24th – Sept 7th. (Normally the program runs for 10 weeks however, an additional week has been added in to allow for vacation.)

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.


Join us for a free introduction to Weigh to Change. At the introduction, you will choose either:
 a 1-on-1 session with our nutrtionist OR a 20-minute workout with 10-minute healthy post-workout snack, and 15-minute quick info session:

  • Bernon Family Branch: Sat. June 15 @ 10:30am OR Wed. June 19 @ 6:00pm
  • Invensys Foxboro Branch: Sat. June 15 @ 10:00am OR Wed. June 19 @ 6:00pm
  • North Attleboro Branch: Sat. June 15 @ 11:00am OR Wed. June 19 @ 6:00pm

The program includes:

  • Weekly individual 30-minute personal training sessions
  • Individual nutrition counseling with our nutritionist
  • Minimum of 3 weekly group training sessions offered solely for the Summer WTC group
  • Weekly nutrition and physical challenges and entry in a local road race
  • Two Nutrition workshops
  • Grocery store education tours
  • Before & after Styku 3-D body scans to provide measurements

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


REGISTER HERE FOR WEIGH TO CHANGE

Posted on: Thursday, May 9th, 2019

Happy 175th Birthday to the YMCA!

Join the YMCA World Challenge!

On June 8, 2019 YMCAs around the world are celebrating the YMCA’s 175th birthday with a day of action! In honor of this special occasion, the Hockomock Area YMCA is inviting all of our staff, program participants, partners and neighbors to volunteer 175 minutes of their time to improve our community!

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH 175 MINUTES?

Celebrate 175 years of strengthening communities at the Y by jumping into an activity from the list below or choose a cause that’s close to your heart. Share your experience on social media under #YMCAChallenge #Volunteer175 and #HockomockYMCA.

MILFORD SUMMER FOOD BLITZ DAY:
Our Fuel Your Fun Summer Meal Program is back! Kids who rely on free or reduced-price meals during the school year can access healthy snacks and meals during the summer. Hang flyers and go door to door talking with community members to spread the news. Must be accompanied by a parent if under age 18.

  • Where: Memorial Elementary School, 12 Walnut Street, Milford (meet at the parking lot)
  • When: Saturday, June 8th 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
  • Contact: ShannonN@hockymca.org
  • program details available here

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ALL NIGHT PARTY:
Volunteers are needed for the Franklin High School All Night Party, an annual tradition that offers a fun safe night for teens following graduation.

  • Where: 218 Oak Street, Franklin
  • When: Various times (Party runs 11:00 pm on the 7th until Saturday, June 8th 5:00 am)
  • Contact: EvePellecchia@yahoo.com
  • details on the party available here

FOXBOROUGH FOUNDERS DAY:
Non-profit organizations are gearing up to participate in Founders Day by running field games, selling food, raffles or other products, and organizing their members to march together in the Founders Day parade!

HOPEDALE FAIRY WALK:
Assist the Friends of Historic Hopedale (FOHH) in running the 3rd Annual Hopedale Fairy Walk. In conjunction with the Hopedale Park Commission, Hopedale Parklands will be turned into an enchanted forest & temporary home for fairies, gnomes, trolls, elves and magical folk!

For more information, please reach out to YMCA Member Services at 508-543-2523 (Foxboro), 508-528-8708 (Franklin), or 508-695-7001 (North Attleboro).

HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
 508.695.7001

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HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA LOCATIONS

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