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AUTISM INCLUSION PROGRAM

The Clippard YMCA Autism Learning Center
The Clippard YMCA opened a Preschool Autism Learning Center on August 31, 2009. This program is an approved Autism Scholarship provider through the Ohio Department of Education. The program is designed to implement a child's IEP (Individualized Education Program) and provide the needed therapies to achieve their goals. Program components include 1:1 instruction time, ABA instruction, Speech and Occupational therapy, swimming, music, and sensory and gross motor gym activities. The program also has inclusion opportunities with the YMCA preschool for social and peer interaction.  This program is designed to allow a child with autism to experience preschool while maintaining the structure, therapy and academics that they need to learn and grow, in order to become as independent as possible. For more information, please email us.

Join us each month for Autism Family Night, which provides a safe and interactive space for families with children diagnosed with autism. The Clippard Y Family Autism Night is an event where the children and parents can relax and enjoy themselves and each other, while engaging in family-centric activities. All monthly Autism Family Nights are open to the autism community; attendees do not need to be members of the Y and there is no age limit. Events range from family movie nights to BBQs to holiday-themed parties. Check with the Clippard Director of Special Needs for more information.

AQUATICS

Class Placement
All classes have 2-3 requirements to enter a class, please follow the requirements when signing up for a class. Please take advantage of a Free Swim evaluation with the swim lessons coordinator. Free Swim Evaluation through Aquatic Manager, Karen Ruff. To ensure that your child is placed in the appropriate class, we strongly recommend a swim evaluation before registration. Please contact Karen Ruff at 513-923-4466 at Clippard YMCA or through email to set up a date at kruff@cincinnatiymca.org . All swim lessons are subject to cancellation. A minimum of four registered students is required for each class.

Aquatic Participant Safety
Please use the restroom and shower before entering any of the pools. Swim diapers are mandatory for all non-potty trained children.

Recreational Swim
Open pool time for individuals and families to exercise, swim laps and have fun in the water.

Parent and Child Swim Lessons
Ages 6 months to 3 years
The primary objective is to get both the parent and child comfortable in the water. The parent will learn how to be safe with children in and around the water. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the parent guides him or her to learn aquatic skills. The child will be exposed to songs and games that use basic movements in the water such as kicking, arm strokes, and breath control. (Cloth diaper with plastic pants or diapers manufactured for swimming pool use with plastic pants are required.) Lessons in the waterpark.

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS

Blowfish
Ages 2 to 3 years old
Children who have completed the parent/child class will love a class with independence. Blowfish will continue to blow bubbles through mouth and nose and learn how to kick. Pool safety and listening will be incorporated in classes. Rhythmic breathing will be introduced. Lessons in the waterpark. Requirements to enter class:

• Comfortable without parent in class setting.
• Swim Diapers are required if not potty trained.

Pike/Eel
Ages 3 to 5 years old
Get ready! Get set! FLOAT! These kids are ready to fl oat. They have mastered breathing and will continue to incorporate breathing with other skills: Front Floats, Kicking with kick board/noodle with face submerged, torpedoes, back floats, and freestyle. Rhythmic breathing will be repetitive. Requirements to enter class:

• Bobbing 5 times continuously, head fully submerged with rhythmic breathing
• Comfortable with a front and back float with assistance
• Goggles for floats and torpedoes

Ray/Starfish
Ages 4 to 5 years old
Way to Go! Rays and starfish are more independent in the water. They will continue to get stronger and confident with freestyle, backstroke, and treading water. Front Floats, Back Floats, and bobbing are used for safety and endurance in the water. Repetitive skills are essential in this class. Requirements to enter class:

• Front Float and back float without assistance for 5 seconds
• Freestyle or torpedo for 10 yards without assistance
• Goggles for floats and torpedoes

Polliwog
Polliwog is the beginning level for school-age children. Front floats, back floats, bobbing, kicking with kick boards/noodles all using rhythmic breathing will be used for safety and progression of skills. Water sports are used to aid in the progression of skills. Requirements to enter class:

• Goggles for comfortable swimming experience
• Bobbing 5 times with rhythmic breathing
• Front and Back float with or without assist

Guppy
The basic skills continue to be emphasized (front floats, back floats, bobbing, kicking, and torpedoes on front and back). Guppy's will continue freestyle and backstroke technique with additional elementary backstroke, sidestroke, and treading water. Goggles are highly recommended. Requirements to enter class:

• Front Float and Back float without assistance for 10 seconds
• Can swim freestyle and backstroke 10 yards without assistance
• Can jump in deep water and swim to safety

Minnow 
The basic skills continue to be emphasized (front floats, back floats, bobbing, kicking). Minnows continue to refine the strokes they have learned, freestyle, backstroke, and sidestroke. Minnows build endurance in those strokes and are introduced to new skills: breaststroke and flipturns. Requirements to enter class:

• Can swim freestyle (with rhythmic breathing) and backstroke 25 yards
• Tread water for 1 minute
• Goggles for swimming

Fish
All strokes are done repetitively to improve on endurance and skill. Butterfly is introduced. Requirements to enter class:

• Can swim freestyle (with rhythmic breathing) and backstroke 100 yards
• Tread water for 3 minutes
• Goggles for swimming
   

Private Swimming Lessons
Lessons are scheduled by appointment only and based on the pool and instructor availability. A registration form must be filled out at the Welcome Center. Lessons consist of five 1/2 hour sessions. Please allow one week for setup time.

Lifeguard Training
Become a YMCA certified Lifeguard. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and be able to swim 500 yards prior to taking this course. All classes must be attended. Class also includes certification in CPR/pro, AED, O2, and First Aid.For more information contact Karen Ruff at kruff@cincinnatiymca.org.

YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant (YASA)
Learn the knowledge and skills to recognize aquatic risks and to assist a lifeguard in the emergency response of an accident or injury. This course does not provide participants with lifeguard training. Those who become certifi ed in YASA must have a certified lifeguard on duty when teaching a class or leading a program activity. Candidates must be at least 14 years old, able to swim 500 yards and able to tread water (legs only) for 2 minutes prior to taking this course. Class also includes CPR, AED, O2 and First aid.For more information contact Karen Ruff at kruff@cincinnatiymca.org.

Scout Badge Program
A certified instructor will lead you through the skills to meet Scout badge requirements. Sign up individually or as a group (must register two weeks in advance of requested date). Maximum of 20.
 

SWIM TEAM - BARRACUDAS
Ages 5-18
The Barracudas Swim Team competes in 10-13 YMCA meets throughout the season. A swimmer is not required to attend all meets. Swimmers must be able to swim at least 25 yards freestyle and 25 yards backstroke. A swimmer must be a YMCA member to join the Clippard YMCA swim team. Please contact Kim Peters at kpeters@cincinnatiymca.org for any questions. For more information and newsletters, click here.

WATER FITNESS

Adult Water Fitness
Ages 12 and up
All water fitness classes are “drop in”, no registration is necessary and free to members. Program Participants may purchase Group Fitness program session passes. See Welcome Center for online for schedules.

Aqua Fitness
Intermediate level class - Low impact cardiovascular workout that combines muscular strength and endurance exercises. Location: Program Pool 

Aqua Combo
Advanced level class - A combination of shallow and transitional (shoulder to neck deep water) high intensity low impact cardiovascular and endurance class which includes strength, toning and stretching. Location: Program Pool 

Aqua Stride
Intermediate level class - Fun water walking and jogging class combined with aerobic exercises for a cardiovascular and endurance workout. Location: Water Park Walking Channel

Variety Pack/Instructor Choice
Intermediate to advance level class. Get a great workout in this mix of cardio and strength in a variety of fun formats: circuit, intervals, aqua cycle, shallow or traditional depth water. Location: Progam Pool 

Arthritis YMCA Aquatic Program
Designed in partnership with the Arthritis Foundation for individuals who live with arthritis. The program provides the opportunity to do gentle joint range of motion activities, with emphasis on balance, and flexibility with a certified instructor. Location: Program Pool 

Active Older Adult/Low Intensity Water Workout
A low intensity exercise class for age 50 and over. The instructor will lead participants in various stretching, movement, and resistance exercises. Location: Program Pool 

Back to Basics - Water Fitness 101
A review of water aerobic exercises with emphasis on proper body alignment, water safety skills, using the properties of water (buoyancy and resistance) to strengthen the core stabilizers, and how to adjust your work- out intensity to meet your own fitness goals. Location: Program Pool

Deep Water Aerobics
This is a non impact high-energy class. The certified instructor will offer a variety of classes throughout the session ranging from strength and cardio to interval or circuit type formats. 

Open Adult Walking Channel
Open time to move yourself against or with the current of the walking channel. See Pool Schedule for specific days and times.

GYMNASTICS

Which class does my child belong in? Contact Tim Lutz at tlutz@cincinnatiymca.org for more information.

Preschool Gymnastics
This program is designed for boys and girls. Classes are structured toward the introduction of gymnastics movements, basic skills and coordination.

Baby Basics
Ages 2-3 (Parent/Child Program)
We use creative themes to teach basic gymnastics positions, develop coordination, and have a lot of fun!

Tumbling Tots
Ages 3-4
This is an instructor based class. Tots will work on beginning tumbling maneuvers and develop coordination as well as work on the basic bars, beam, vault and floor exercises.

Bounders
Ages 4-5
Bounders will work on beginner to advanced tumbling maneuvers with emphasis on movement education. This is an instructor based class which encompasses all the apparatus (floor, vault, beam and uneven bars).

Progressive Gymnastics
This program is designed for boys and girls. Classes are structured toward safe and correct execution and evaluation of skills on Floor, Vault, Beam and Bars.

Rollers
Ages 6-12
For the beginning gymnast who has little or no gymnastics experience.

Swingers
Ages 6-12
Must have completed Rollers or equivalent and be able to do forward and backward cartwheels, bridge, handstand on floor, jump to front support on bars.

Kippers
Ages 6-12
Must have completed Swingers or equivalent and be able to do round offs, Bridge from stand, forward roll on balance beam.

DANCE

Youth Dance Program
Ages 3-12
Jazz, tap and ballet classes provided. Annual tuition is payable by session or by year. Dancer must participate for the entire year. Additional costume fees will be assessed.

• Ballet 1: 3-4 year olds
• Ballet and Tap 2: 5 year olds
• Ballet and Tap 3: 6-8 year olds
• Jazz/Ballet and Tap Beginner: 9-11 year olds
• Jazz/Ballet and Tap Advanced: 12 and up years old

HEALTH AND FITNESS

Group Exercise
All group exercise classes are “drop in”, no registration is necessary and free to members. Program Participants may purchase Group exercise program participant passes. See Welcome Center or online for schedule.

Strength Classes
Focuses on muscle toning and strengthening exercises.

Strength
Class designed to provide a well rounded workout.

Core
Class includes exercises to work the abs, obliques, back and glutes.

Combination Classes
Classes are designed to mix cardio and strength training workouts.

Intervals
Cardio class that changes between high and low intensity aerobic exercises.

Step and Sculpt
Combines cardio step class with muscle conditioning sculpt class.

Cardio Combo
Varied cardio and strength class formats.

Silversneakers® Cardio Circuit-Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10:30am-11:30am
Cardio Circuit is for participants who have expressed a desire for more cardiovascular and muscular endurance conditioning and have demonstrated above baseline proficiencies in agility, balance and coordination.  Cardio Circuit offers standing non-impact choreography alternated with standing upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers ball.  Cardio Circuit focuses on the benefits of a circuit format to improve cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength and endurance without increasing risk. 

SilverSneakers® Cardio Fit- Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
CardioFit offers a variety of easy-to-follow movements promote heart healthy, total-body conditioning improvements to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance.  CardioFit is perfect for participants who are fit and active, as well as those who want a safe, effective and energizing activity.  Hand-held weights or elastic tubing with handles can be used for the strength training segment that follows the “cardio” segment.  The SilverSneaker chair offers stability or support options for abdominal and stretching exercises from the floor. 

Mind and Body Classes
Classes focus on stretching, toning and relaxation exercises.

Yoga
Class concentrates on flexibility, balance and relaxation through yoga movements.

Silversneakers® Yoga Stretch- First, second, and third wednesdays of each month
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Yoga Stretch is a seated (chair) class that will move your body through a complete series of seated and/or standing yoga poses.  Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion.  Restorative breathing exercise and relaxation techniques promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength and Range of Movement
Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Muscular Strength and Range of Movement is the core class of the SilverSneakers® Group Exercise Program.  A variety of support positions with a chair are introduced to increase strength and range of movement conditioning exercise.  Functional improvement is the focus of this creative multi-level conditioning class and includes a variety of basic choreography with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and the SilverSneakers® ball.

Pilates
Class combines stretching, toning and balance using Pilates based exercises.

Yoga-lates
Yoga and Pilates fuse toether at the hip!

Cardio Classes
Classes emphasize increasing your heart rate to burn calories.

Cardio
Class offers both high, mid and low impact options, performed to music.

Zumba
Latin-based dance and fi tness class. All levels welcome. No previous dance experience required. Shake your bon bon.

Step
Aerobic class that uses a step as you perform combinations to music.
Monday - Circuit and Friday - Interval

Kickboxing
Aerobic class that uses a variety of movements from Kickboxing to get you moving.

Group Cycling
Class is a moderate to high intensity, non-impact cardiovascular workout. Towel and water bottle are required for entry into class.

Silversneakers® MSROM
Senior workout. A combination of seated and standing exercises will be used. Intensity will vary with your ability.

Instructional Classes
Classes that help the new user learn steps ad class format before they attend a formal group fitness class.

Step 101
A welcoming environment to help you on your way to regular attendance at our step classes. This is not an exercise class.

1^st Monday of each month

Group Cycling 101
For newcomers to cycling who want a challenging workout at the same time.

1^st Thursday of each month

Body Chisel
Your body is your tool! Shape and sculpt with powerful cardio fat-blasting moves.           

Friday Happy Hour
5:30-6:30pm each week.  Instructor and class format changes weekly. 

ActivTrax Orientation
Schedule an orientation to learn about our virtual fitness program with cardio and nutrition tracking available. Call 923-4466 to schedule a free appointment.                      

Equipment Orientation
Orientations to the Health and Fitness Center are offered on a daily basis. Each appointment includes a tour of the Health & Fitness Center. Cardiovascular and strength training equipment are introduced but a specific fitness program is not designed at this time. To schedule an appointment, call 923-4466.

Fitness Orientation
Let our Fitness Counselors get you off to the right start. Fitness orientations that suit your goals, health history, exercise habits and schedule are available. These are offered on a daily basis and take about an hour. To schedule an appointment, call 923-4466.

Lifestyle Coaching
Lifestyle Coaching assists members to become more aware of their health and helps identify individual needs and assist you in making choices to improve your overall health and well-being. Stanford University has developed a health and lifestyle assessment tool especially for the YMCA. It is free for all members and will aid you and your lifestyle coach to decide which YMCA programs and services are appropriate for you. Link to the Stanford Health and Lifestyle Assessment website. Please complete the assessment and call 923-4466.

Nutrition Consultation
Nutrition Services are now available for YMCA Members. Set up an appointment with our Registered Dietician to help further your health, wellness and prevent disease. Good nutrition is an integral component of all three. Stop by the Welcome Center to register. Members Only

Personal Training
A Personal Trainer will provide individual instruction throughout your entire workout session. This is an excellent benefit if you are:

-In need of a more advanced or sport specific program
-Have special needs or considerations
-Would benefit from immediate feedback and frequent changes in your workout

Our qualified trainers will evaluate your current fitness level and design a specific program for you based on your goals. Check out our trainers’ bios at the Health & Fitness Center Desk and the Welcome Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 932-4466. Members only please.

Power, Speed and Agility Training
Ages 10 and older
This is training for those who want to increase and enhance their overall athletic abilities. Trainings can be tailored to fit your sports specific needs. Trainings can be held individually or in groups. Check out our trainer’s bio at the Health & Fitness Center Desk and the Welcome Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 923.4466. *Group Rates are available.

Healthy Teens
Teens 12-15
Designed to teach teens the benefits of exercise and strength training. Teens will learn basic anatomy, muscular function, principles of strength training and how to lift using proper techniques. This fun and energetic class includes actual weight lifting in the Fitness Center. Teens 12-15 must complete this class to use the Health and Fitness Center. Registration required. 

Family Fitness
Ages 9 and up
Family Fitness is a time for you family to spend time together and become healthier. Our fitness staff will be on hand to show parents and their children 9 years of age and older how to use the exercise machines properly and help you to develop a fitness program to meet your needs.

Y-ZONE Interactive Fitness Center
The YZONE is Here! The Y-ZONE Interactive Fitness Center is a prototype for integrating technology and exercise into a regular program primarily focused improving the health of young people. This is in line with the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati's Mission of building strong spirit, mind and body and in response to the declining health patterns we are seeing in American youth. 

Diabetes Wellness Seminars
Monthly sessions to bring awareness and education to members and the community about diabetes.  Led by the YMCA staff, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Registered Dietician.  Call (513) 923-4466 for more information.  

MARTIAL ARTS

Judo
Ages 7 and older
Judo develops self-discipline and confidence. It also increases coordination, stamina, flexibility and strength. Get in shape while learning a new skill.

Tae Kwon
All ages
Tae Kwon Do helps in the pursuit of self-respect and discipline, as well as building and maintaining physical fitness. Coordination, control, balance and technique are developed.

Judo
The Clippard YMCA Judo Club is a grassroots program promoting the sport attributes of Judo. The program is geared for beginners and intermediate students starting from six years old through adults. Classes are customized to each student's needs, abilities and pace. You may start practicing with us anytime as each class includes boys, girls, men and women of all levels.

Did you know that Judo is the second most practiced sport worldwide right behind soccer!

It is practiced by millions of people around the world from Japan to Europe and the Americas. Judo translated from the Japanese language means "Gentle Way "that refers to a philosophy of constant learning and its application in life. Judo is many things to different people: a sport, an art, a discipline, a self-defense program, a fitness regimen and a social activity. It is a fun activity for all ages. For more information, email glenn.thiemann@gmail.com

An Introduction to the Sport of Judo
Judo is a grappling sport most similar in America to Wrestling - only with a uniform, a Judogi. In Judo we practice safely on a "tatami" mats with throws and hold downs. When of students reach the age of 13-17 we teach chokes and arm locks under strict supervision. Judo has no contact punches like Boxing or kicks like Karate. Students practice for a wide variety of reasons, to stay in shape, to develop self-confidence, to compete but for most…… the fun of it!

Dr. Jigoro Kano, its founder in 1882, originated Judo in Tokyo, Japan when he decided to transform the ancient art of ju-jitsu into a modern safe sport. He established two years later, in 1884, the first school "The Kodokan" www.kodokan.org also known as the International Judo Center. It is an eight story facility, open to visitors, with several training mats, dressing rooms, research and spectator seating for tournaments.

For students who wish to test their "Kata" or "Randori" abilities, Judo offers competition for at all skill levels from developmental to state to national and international tournaments. Judo has official rules that govern competition. It ensures safety for boys, girls, men and women based on weight and age divisions. Judo was introduced into the Olympics in 1964 for men and officially for women 1992.

Judo Promotions and Rank
Promotions at Clippard YMCA are awarded by the discretion of the Instructor "Sensei" that follows the guidelines of "USA Judo " www.usjudo.org and the state body "OHIO JUDO" www.ohiojudo.org. Judo has a colored belt rank system that is used similar to other martial arts such as Takwondo or Karate. Belt colors are established for juniors and seniors that recognize a person's degree of knowledge, ability, and leadership.

Self-Defense
Judo can be an effective form of self-defense when one is being attacked. Appling Judo techniques for self-defense requires plenty of practice. Students are taught to avoid confrontations but are quick to engage when threaten. These skills are extremely effective when correctly executed.

About Sensei "Glenn"
At 8 years old in third grade, I was constantly getting in trouble …..both in and out of school. I wasn’t a troublemaker but I did hang out with the wrong crowds. My parents were getting frustrated that I was always coming home hurt. So my father introduced me to the “Cincinnati Judo Club” in Norwood. After a few months of training (three times a week), I participated in regional tournaments and soon started bringing home trophies and medals.

Today, I instill those “Life-Values” to my students that Judo has taught me; confidence, respect, patients, persistence and honor. I welcome all types of students that “want” to learn Judo. Currently I hold a 2nd degree “Nidan” rank and have proper instructing credentials. I am indebted to my Sensei, Mr. Frank Herzog at his   “Hamilton Judo Club”. He is an elite few that holds the rank of Rokudan, 6th degree red and white belt. Sensei Herzog is national and internationally recognized for his contribution to the sport of Judo not to mention the hundreds of Judokas he continues to train.

Good Judoka friends!

CLIPPARD FAMILY YMCA SENIOR PROGRAMS

Come and join the fun! Members 60 and over can participate for lunch, book club, educational series, wellness seminars, quilting, bingo & more. Monthly calendars will be available at the Welcome Center. Members are FREE. Non-members rates depend on the activity. Contact Nora Dashley for more information.

SPECIAL EVENTS
National Senior Health and Fitness Day
May 22 from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Humana
Shuttle transportation provided by Atria Senior Living. Largest event of the year with special guest speakers "Age of Champions", 25 interactive vendors, music, door prizes, split-the-pot, and more! Registration required.

SilverSneakers® Open House
June 12 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Welcome new, current, and returning SilverSneakers®. Ten interactive vendors, SS demo class and more. No registration required.

Friday Night Movie
Friday, June 14 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Premiering “Age of Champions” 72 minutes. Infinitely Inspirational, funny and sweet and sure to poke a tear from even the most hard-hearted. Popcorn and soft drinks. Limited seating available. Cost is free. Registration required

EDUCATIONAL SERIES
The  “Wise” Way to a Healthier Brain
July 8, August 12, September 9 and October 14
Provided by Care Connections of Cincinnati
Educational series held the second Monday of each month from 1 p.m.  – 2:30 p.m.

Healthy-U Chronic Disease Self Management Program
July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 and September 2
Provided by CDSMP Facilitator Nora Dashley and Gary Terry
Educational series held weekly on Mondays from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Diabetes Management Program
October 7 and 21 and November 4 and 18
Provided by Diabetes Educator and Health Coach Gary Terry
Educational series are held biweekly on Mondays from 12:30-2:00

WELLNESS SEMINARS
Lunch-N-Learn
"What’s New in Hearing Technology"
April 29 from 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Provided by A Place for Better Hearing
Registration required.

Get the answers you need to know about Medicare
June 24  & October 7 from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Provided by Humana Chris Lamb
Registration required.

MediGold Q’s & A’s
June 26 and October 3 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Held in Lobby. No registration required.

HEALTH SCREENINGS
Hearing Screening
April 16-17 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Provided by A Better Place for Hearing
Held in lobby. No registration required.

Blood Pressure
June 26 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Provided by Care Connections of Cincinnati
Held in lobby. No registration required.

SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
Clippard Family Book Club
Book title determined by monthly group meeting. All sessions held the first Friday of each month from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. (July 5 session has moved to July 12 due to holiday) Registration required.

Clippard Family Quilting Group
All sessions held the fourth Fridays of each month from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Resuming in August. Free kits are always available to take home to quilt at our leisure. Registration required.

SENIOR SOCIAL EVENTS|

• April 24 Sponsored by Renaissance West
• May 22 National Senior Health and Fitness Day Sponsored by Humana
• September 25 Sponsored by United Health Care
• October 23 Sponsored by
• November 27 Sponsored by Forever Young
• December 11 Christmas Social Sponsored by Thrivent Financial 

Socials are held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. (Note May 22 and December 11 social events from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) Cost is FREE to all members and non-members. Please bring a side dish to share. Registration Required.

What is the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program?
SilverSneakers® is a fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events.

Unlock the door to greater independence and a healthier life with SilverSneakers® at the Clippard Family YMCA. Health plans around the country offer our award-winning program to people who are eligible for Medicare or to group retirees. SilverSneakers® provides a fitness center membership to any participating location across the country and the Clippard Family YMCA recognizes this. This great benefit includes:

• Access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool and other available amenities.
• Customized SilverSneakers classes designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance.
• Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
• A specially trained Program Advisor at the Clippard Family YMCA to introduce you to SilverSneakers and help you gets started.

For more information please contact the Clippard Family YMCA (513) 923-4466. SilverSneakers® visit www.silversneakers.com or call the number on your health plan ID card.  

SILVERSNEAKERS® CLASSES
SilverSneakers® Classic
Tuesdays-Thursdays and Fridays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Muscular Strength & Range of Movement is the core class of the SilverSneakers® Group Exercise Program.  A variety of support positions with a chair are introduced to increase strength and range of movement conditioning exercise.  Functional improvement is the focus of this creative multi-level conditioning class and includes a variety of basic choreography with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and the SilverSneakers® ball.

SilverSneakers® Circuit
Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cardio Circuit is for participants who have expressed a desire for more cardiovascular and muscular endurance conditioning and have demonstrated above baseline proficiencies in agility, balance and coordination.  Cardio Circuit offers standing non-impact choreography alternated with standing upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers® ball.  Cardio Circuit focuses on the benefits of a circuit format to improve cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength and endurance without increasing risk. 

SilverSneakers® Cardio
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
CardioFit offers a variety of easy-to-follow movements promote heart healthy, total-body conditioning improvements to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance.  CardioFit is perfect for participants who are fit and active, as well as those who want a safe, effective and energizing activity.  Hand-held weights or elastic tubing with handles can be used for the strength training segment that follows the “cardio” segment.  The SilverSneaker chair offers stability or support options for abdominal and stretching exercises from the floor.

SilverSneakers® Yoga
1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd Wednesdays of each month, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Yoga Stretch is a seated (chair) class that will move your body through a complete series of seated and/or standing yoga poses.  Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion.  Restorative breathing exercise and relaxation techniques promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

PRESCHOOL SPORTS        

Sports Of All Sorts
Ages 3-5 years
This class is an introduction to the wide world of sports. We will play a different sport each week, including basketball, soccer, floor hockey and more! This is great for kids who just want to have fun.

YOUTH SPORTS

Co-Ed Basketball
Ages 3-4, 5-6, 7-9, 10-12
This parent-coached program will focus on fundamental skills and concepts.  Basketball is offered twice a year, starting in January and November. Ages 5 and up will practice during the week with games on Saturdays, while 3-4 yr olds will have practice and game on Saturday. Some games may be played against other YMCA of Greater Cincinnati teams. Volunteer coaches needed, please email tlutz@cincinnatiymca.org.

Co-Ed Soccer
Ages 3-4, 5-6, 7-9, 10-12
This instructional league is for the child who can’t get enough of soccer. The league will focus on fundamentals and teamwork. Players of all abilities are invited to play. 3-4 yr olds will have practice and game on Saturdays, while all other ages will have a practice night during the week in addition to Saturday games. Please consider being a volunteer coach.

Co-Ed T-Ball/Baseball
Ages 3-4, 5-6, 7-9, 10-12
This parent-coached program will focus on fundamental skills and concepts. New this year, T-Ball and Coach Pitch (3-4, 5-6 yr olds) will be offered twice. Our Spring League will consist of Thursday Night practices and games, while our Summer League will be on Saturdays. For Summer, all ages 5 and up will practice during the week with games on Saturdays, while T-Ball will continue to be all on the same day. Some games may be played against other YMCA of Greater Cincinnati teams. Volunteer coaches needed, please email tlutz@cincinnatiymca.org.

Co-Ed Flag Football
Ages 8-15
This program is designed to be an instructional league for 8-9 year olds with competitive components and a competitive league for 10-12 and 13-15 year olds. This is an inter-YMCA of Greater Cincinnati league. Games will be on Saturdays rotating between YMCA branches. There will be one practice per week. Volunteer coaches needed, please call 923-4466.

Co-Ed Super Tot T-Ball
Ages 3-6
Introduce your pre-schooler to T-Ball. This parentcoached program focuses on fundamentals skills and concepts. Practices and games are held on the same day. Volunteer coaches needed, please call 923-4466.

Co-Ed Coach Pitch Baseball
Ages 7-9
Instructional level baseball. This parent-coached program will focus on fundamental skills and concepts. We will use modified rules. Coaches will be doing the pitching. All games and practices will be held on Saturdays. Some games may be played against other YMCA of Greater Cincinnati teams. Volunteer coaches needed, please call 923-4466.

Rec. Volleyball
Ages 8-12
This recreational volleyball league is meant to introduce the game of volleyball and introduce skills that will transfer to the Club Volleyball team. Everyone plays and there are no tryouts needed. Practices are once a week, with at least one match played on Saturdays. New this season, boys are now welcome to play. Some games may be played against other YMCA of Greater Cincinnati teams. Volunteer coaches needed, please email tlutz@cincinnatiymca.org .

Club Volleyball - Junior Olympic Volleyball
Grades 6-12, Ages 11-18
Our teams are sanctioned through the Ohio Valley Region. We participate in area tournaments which requie limited travel. Fees are based on the number of tournaments your team enters. Our season begins in January and ends in May. We do participate in the Regional Tournament in Columbus. Girls in our program get the opportunity to participate in pre season conditioning. All practices are held at the Clippard Family YMCA.  

All participants must pre register at ovr.org. To determine the correct age division, download a PDF of the age group definitions. For more information, email Sarah Mossman.

Club Lacrosse
This exciting club is in it’s sixth year of existence. Youth, Middle School and High School Boys and Girls teams forming for early spring season. For more information contact Debbie Smith at 884-9818.

ADULT SPORTS

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball
Open Volleyball is every Sunday night from 5:30-7:00pm.  No registration required, all members are welcome to come play!

Adult Church Softball
Partnering with the Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, we are proud to offer our new Church Softball Program. Teams are forming now. Email tlutz@cincinnatiymca.org to sign up your team or for more information as we fellowship and play together.
 

PRESCHOOL CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Preschool Learning Center
Ages 3-5
Our licensed preschool offers a well-rounded education centered around the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Activities focus on the Ohio Early Learning Standards and are geared toward building creativity, self esteem and cooperation. Curriculum is from 9:00am - 3:00pm.

What sets the Clippard Family YMCA Preschool Learning Center Apart?

• Character Values
• Creative Curriculum
• Swimming in our Indoor Water Park
• Weekly Gymnasium Time
• Year Round Enrollment

Full Day Preschool
6:30am - 6:00pm
We offer Full Day Preschool. Children will have the opportunity to participate in swim lessons and curriculum enrichment while enrolled in our full day program. Hamilton County Vocuhers will be accepted as payment.

School Year Forms:  

• ODJFS Enrollment Form and Health Form

• Child Medical/Physical Care Plan form

• Request for Administration of Medicine

• Child Medical Statement

YOUTH CHILD DEVELOPMENT
 

School Age Child Care
The Y’s Kids curriculum is designed to support the healthy development of children by building strengths and meeting the needs of the whole child.

The program’s activities and structure incorporate the philosophies of NWLSD and the YMCA building health and supporting academic excellence. The Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets and the Ohio Academic Standards are combined to represent each institutions’s values.

Tuition for this program is based on your schedule of either full or part-time. Please call the Clippard Family YMCA 923-4466 for pricing details. Financial Assistance is available through the Hamilton County Department of Human Services or through the Clippard Family YMCA Scholarship Programs.

Schools Day Out
Ages 5-14
We will offer Schools Day Out Camp on every day that the Northwest School District is not in session. Campers will enjoy spending time with their friends, playing in the Indoor Water Park and many other fun activities. Campers will need to bring their own lunch, swimming suit and towel. Registration must be completed in advance of camp day.

Fees: Member:  $30/per day Community Member: $40/per day

Parent's Night Out
Ages 6 weeks to 12 yrs.
Parents! Enjoy a night on the town and know that your kids will be having a wonderful time at the clippard YMCA. Children will be engaged in fun activities including: swimming in the Indoor water Park, playing in the gym and a movie. Infants and children under the age 3 will spend the evening in our child Watch Center. Children should pack a snack, bring a bathing suit and towel.
 

BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE
Ages K-5

Our Y's Kids program is the perfect place for school aged children to spend their time before and after school.

At our center, school aged children find fun; creative activities, friendship and homework help in a warm and supportive environment. A major focus in the 2009-2010 school year will be on small group tutoring and curriculum enrichment.

The Y's Kids program is available at all Northwest Local School District Elementary School locations. YMCA Scholarships are available and Hamilton County Vouchers are accepted. The parent or guardian must provide transportation to and from the program. Special transportation arrangements will be made between Welch and Pleasant Run Elementary.

To register complete the forms below and return to the Clippard Family YMCA or to your Y's Kids Site Administrator.

Our program will follow the Cincy Afterschool Curriculum. This curriculum is designed to support the healthy development of children by building strengths and meeting the needs of the whole child. The program engages students with activities aligned with Ohio Academic Standards.

Place
Programs are held at the following elementary schools: Bevis, Colerain, Monfort
Heights, Pleasant Run, Struble, Taylor, Weigel, and Welch. ** Students at St. John Dry Ridge may attend Taylor, St. James White Oak may attend Weigel, St. Ignatius may attend Monfort Heights. Parents must arrange transportation with the Northwest Transportation office.

Time
6:30 am until School Start - School Dismissal until 6:00pm
** Parents for St. John, St. James and St. I’s must contact NWLSD for Bus Transportation

More Information
Contact Cindy Rizzo 923-4466 or pick up registration information at the Clippard Family YMCA Welcome Center Desk.

Forms

• Pre Registration Form

• Enrollment Form

• Tuition Agreement/ Permission Form

• ODJFS Enrollment Form and Health Form

• Child Medical/Physical Care Plan Form

• Request for Administration of Medicine

• Tuition Sheet

• Payment Option Form