Registration opens for Members on Monday, February 15, 2021Registration opens for Non-Members on Monday, February 22, 2021SPRING 1PROGRAM GUIDEMarch 1 - April 25YMCA of the Seacoastwww.graniteymca.orgVIRTUAL WELLNESSYOUTH DEVELOPMENTHEALTHY LIVING2EXECUTIVE DIRECTORKelli McKenna kmckenna@graniteymca.org603.994.4135 ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORMeagan Wilson mwilson@graniteymca.org603.994.4136AQUATICSAnnie Hearn Aquatics Director Ahearn@graniteymca.org 603.994.4132Makayla Lauritsen Aquatics Coordinator Mlauritsen@graniteymca.org 603.431.2334 ext. 2509HEALTH & WELLNESSMaggie Walsh Healthy Living Coordinator mwalsh@graniteymca.org 603.994.4131YOUTH DEVELOPMENTClaire Young Senior Program Director of Youth Development & Camp Gundalow cyoung@graniteymca.org 603.431.2334 ext. 2557Rachel WardCamp Gundalow SOP Site DirectorCamp Gundalow Assistant Camp DirectorRward@graniteymca.org603.431.2334 ext. 2555YMCA OF THE SEACOAST550 Peverly Hill RoadPortsmouth, NH 0801603.431.2334 FB: @ymcaofseacoastwww.graniteymca.orgThe Y will be closed on Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day and Independence Day. Closings for inclement weather or facility reasons are posted on the Y's Facebook page and, when possible, on our website, wmur.com and wzid.comOther locations of The Granite YMCA available to you!YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown116 Goffstown Back Rd, Goffstown | 603.497.5663 YMCA of Downtown Manchester30 Mechanic Street, Manchester | 603.623.3558YMCA of Greater Londonderry206 Rockingham Road, Londonderry | 603.437.9622 YMCA of Strafford County35 Industrial Way, Rochester | 603.332.7334HOURS OF OPERATIONMonday - Friday 5:30 am - 8:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm3THE GRANITE YMCA MOBILE APPMake the most of your Y membership with The Granite YMCA mobile app! When you download the new Granite YMCA mobile app, you can easily check-in to the Y with your mobile device, browse the latest program guides, register for classes, track your workouts, set personal goals, connect with other Y members, refer friends, earn rewards, and so much more. The Granite YMCA mobile app is now available to download on the App Store and on Google Play.Scan to download The Granite YMCA mobile app!TABLE OF CONTENTS2021ADVENTURE AWAITSSUMMERDAY CAMPCamp Starts on June 21REGISTRATION IS OPEN!TABLE OF CONTENTSContact us .......................................................................................2 Table of Contents ...........................................................................3Membership Information ...............................................................4COVID-19 Information ...................................................................5YMCA OF THE SEACOASTSummer Camp Information ...........................................................6No School Days ...............................................................................7Lifeguard Certification ..................................................................8Lifeguard Recertification/Crossover Course .............................9NEW! Kid Zone Hours ................................................................10Aquatics ...................................................................................11-13Healthy Living Initiatives .....................................................14-15Discovery Academy of the Y ......................................................16Wellness/Virtual Schedules ........................................................174DISCOVER MEMBERSHIP AT THE Y At the Y, your membership is so much more than just a discounted camp enrollment. Discover the unique community in your facility and all that the Y has to offer. Connect, play, and discover new things. We offer comprehensive healthy living and learning experiences for adults, kids, seniors, and families! Membership benefits include:• Early registration and reduced fees for programs• Full privileges at all of the Ys in our association• Nationwide membership access• Income-based membership rates• FREE group fitness classes• FREE coaching sessionsFor YMCA families: • Free Kid Zone for your child to have fun while you work out• Free family Nights• Fun family programs• Quality family time MEMBERSHIP SATISFACTION The Y believes so strongly in the quality of our programs and membership services that we guarantee all of our memberships. During the first 30 days of your new Y membership, if you are not completely satisfied, you may cancel and receive a 100% refund on both your join fee and your membership dues by completing a refund request available at the Welcome Center. MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL Financial Aid Available At the Y, we want to make it easy and affordable for you and your family to stay healthy and fit together, so we offer income based rates for membership and programs. Please check with our Welcome Center for details.REGISTERING FOR PROGRAMS To register in person or find out about our membership types, visit one of our Welcome Centers. To register online, you must have a current Facility Membership or create a YMCA log-in and you must be ready to pay with a debit or credit card. Registration for Facility Members begins one week before registration for Non-Members. Program must be paid in full at time of registration. For the fastest, most convenient registration, please visit us online at www.graniteymca.org and select view program availability.REFUNDS, TRANSFERS OR CANCELLATIONSWe are always happy to accommodate program changes and transfers as long as space is available and your request is made before the session begins.If you need to cancel participation in a program, please cancel before the session begins as another member may be waiting for an opening. You will receive a full refund of your class fee if you cancel at least 7 days before the first class. After that point, refunds are given if you have a medical reason that is supportedwith a doctor’s note. Unfortunately, refunds cannot be given for scheduling conflicts or other reasons. MY Y IS EVERY Y Another great reason to belong to the YMCA! The Y is for healthy living and we want you to stay active and keep moving wherever you travel nationwide. As a Facility Member of The Granite YMCA, you have complete facility access and all privileges at the Goffstown, Manchester, Londonderry, Portsmouth, and Rochester branches. You can also register for any programs at those branches at Facility Member rates. Because the membership fee structure does vary between these branches, we ask that you maintain your membership at the branch that you plan to frequent most often.Share the Y! Earn $20 Achieve greatness together! Each time you refer a NEW member to a branch of The Granite YMCA YOU receive $20 toward your membership fees. Visit the Welcome Center for details.Membership Card For the security of others, please scan your membership card at the Welcome Center in order to access the facility. Expect a wait time if you do not have your membership card. There is a $3 replacement charge for Y membership cards.INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT Many insurance carriers provide full or partial reimbursement for membership and wellness programs. The Granite YMCA proudly partners with many local carriers. Please check with your insurance carrier or employer for further details.OUT OF WORK GUARANTEE The Y wants you to keep your membership even if you lose your job. The Y will suspend membership payments for up to three months for those current members who become unemployed. Proof of unemployment benefits from the Department of Employment Security is required. Please see our Welcome Center for any questions.MEMBERSHIP INFORMATIONTHE GRANITE YMCAMOBILE APPDOWNLOAD THE APP TODAY!MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR Y MEMBERSHIP WITH THE GRANITE YMCA MOBILE APP! When you download the new Granite YMCA mobile app, you can easily check-in to the Y with your mobile device, browse the latest program guides, register for classes, track your workouts, set personal goals, connect with other Y members, refer friends, earn rewards, and so much more. The Granite YMCA mobile app is now available to download on the App Store and on Google Play.Scan to download The Granite YMCA mobile app!5THE GRANITE YMCA creates a Community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.COVID-19 INFORMATIONCARINGI will care for myself and others by washing or sanitizing my hands for at least 20 seconds.RESPONSIBILITYI will be responsible by ensuring that myself and my children (ages 3+) are wearing a mask when in common areas.HONESTYI will be honest about how I feel and keep others safe by staying home when I am not feeling well.RESPECTI will respect myself and others by practicing social distancing of 6 feet whenever possible.WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN VISITING THE YMEMBER PROTECTION GUIDELINESAll members, program participants, and staff must participate in a health screening before accessing our Y. Members who answer YES to either of the three questions, or whose temperature reads greater than 100.4 will not be permitted into the YMCA, and your membership will then be placed onto a medical hold for 14 days. Private health screen includes the following:• Temperature check (with infrared thermometer) prior to entering the building• Three question screening: • Are you or anyone in your household currently being treated for COVID-19 symptoms, or tested positive for COVID-19? • Have you been in close contact (6 feet for 10 minutes or more) with anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past 14 days? • Have you traveled (and used public transportation) to a current hot spot in the last 14 days?KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFEYour safety and the safety of all our members, program participants, staff, and volunteers is our number one priority. We are following guidelines from health experts and local officials to ensure that our facilities meet the highest standards for hygiene and safety, and we have modified our policies and programs to facilitate safe physical/social distancing practices Please lead with our core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.LEARN MORELearn more about the services available at your local branches, what to expect when returning to the Y, and a list of FAQ’s for any additional questions you may have.FIRST TIME BACKUpdate Your Account & Review our New Procedures:Reactivate Your Membership. At this time, access to the Y is restricted to members of The Granite YMCA. If you put your account on hold during our closure, please call your local branch or email Membership@graniteymca.org to reactive your account.Update Your Granite YMCA Account. Before making a reservation or entering the Y, please make sure your account is updated with the most current information and that you sign the new Waiver of Release and Liability.Be Prepared for a Health Screening.Wear a Mask.Bring Your Own Equipment.Clean Equipment After Use.Use One Piece of Equipment at a Time.SUMMER DAY CAMPCamp starts June 21For questions or more information, please call your local branch or visit us online at www.graniteymca.org/campsADVENTURE AWAITS7YMCA of the Seacoast | 550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | 603.431.2334 | FB: @ymcaofseacoastYOUTH DEVELOPMENT | YMCA OF THE SEACOASTNO SCHOOL DAYS2020 - 2021REGISTERTODAY!Click the blue arrow buttonCLICKHEY PARENTS! The Y offers full day care for children when school is closed. Children do not have to be enrolled in the School’s Out Program or the Discovery Academy of the Y in order to participate, but preregistration is required. Health and safety protocols will be followed including regular cleaning of supplies, frequent hand-washing and following social distancing practices. Each child will be assigned an age appropriate cohort group for the day. Be sure to register early as limited space is available!For program information: Claire Young 603.431.2334cyoung@graniteymca.orgFor registration or billing informationLisa Larocque 603.431.2334llarocque@graniteymca.orgUPCOMING VACATION CAMPSDuring school vacation weeks in December, February, and April, the Y offers a vacation camp program at YMCA Camp Gundalow. We offer theme-based programs, gym games, and other choice activities. Spots are filled on a first come, first serve basis.Day/sTimeMemberNon-MemberFebruary Vacation Camp: Blast to the PastMonday, February 227:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Tuesday, February 237:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Wednesday, February 247:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Thursday, February 257:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Friday, February 267:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Five Day Rate:$218$314April Vacation Camp: Around the WorldMonday, April 267:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Tuesday, April 277:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Wednesday, April 287:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Thursday, April 297:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Friday, April 307:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72Five Day Rate:$218$314UPCOMING NO SCHOOL DAYSThere are several days throughout each school year when school is not in session, but the Y is open. For an additional fee, you can enroll your children in our No School Day program. Pre-registration required.Day/sTimeMemberNon-MemberRemote Learning Day: STEM-TasticTuesday, March 97:00 am-6:00 pm$50$72CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL OF OUR SCHOOL’S OUT PROGRAMS!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!8YMCA of the Seacoast | 550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | 603.431.2334 | FB: @ymcaofseacoastTAKE A STAND BE A LEADER. BE A LIFEGUARD.Lifeguard CertificationJOB OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE AFTER PASSING THIS COURSE!Become a lifeguard at our YMCA and get reimbursed for the course after you work 90 days! April 26 - April 30(Monday thru Friday)May 4 - June 10(Tuesdays & Thursdays)June 14 - June 18(Monday thru Friday)10:30 am - 7:30 pm5:00 pm - 8:00 pm8:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation: YMCA of Downtown ManchesterLocation: YMCA of the SeacoastLocation: YMCA of Greater LondonderryMembers: $250Non-Members: $350Members: $250Non-Members: $350Members: $250Non-Members: $350For more information, please contact Jamie DeVita at jdevita@graniteymca.orgFor more information, please contact Annie Hearn at ahearn@graniteymca.orgFor more information, please contact Gabby Brickley at gbrickley@graniteymca.orgYMCA V6 Lifeguard TrainingThis course is designed to provide participants the knowledge and skills necessary to be a lifeguard and professional rescuer. Participants will be certified in American Safety and Health Institute’s (ASHI) courses: • CPR Pro (BLS) for the Professional Rescuer • Basic First Aid for the Community • Emergency Oxygen Administration.Participants will learn the skills and knowledge lifeguards need in pool, lake, river, surf, and waterpark environments. The comprehensive course offers up-to-date information on how to lifeguard by anticipating and preventing problems before they occur, and by taking action to help those in danger when necessary. We cover: • Safety skills • Accident prevention • Scanning • Guarding techniques • Emergency systems • Rescue skillsStudents must pass the physical skills test prior to the class and must be 16 years of age by the last day of the scheduled class.• First aid in aquatic environments• Spinal injury management• Open water dangers• Legal responsibilities• Pool maintenance basics• How to get a job as a lifeguardREGISTERTODAY!Click the blue arrow buttonCLICKCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!9YMCA of the Seacoast | 550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | 603.431.2334 | FB: @ymcaofseacoastAQUATICS | YMCA OF THE SEACOASTLifeguard Recertification & Crossover CoursesSaturday, June 59:00 am - 6:00 pmLocation: YMCA of the SeacoastMembers: $150 | Non-Members: $250For more information, please contact Annie Hearn at ahearn@graniteymca.orgSaturday, May 1 - Sunday, May 29:00 am - 5:00 pmLocation: YMCA Allard Center of GoffstownMembers: $200 | Non-Members: $300For more information, please contact Tim Curran at tcurran@graniteymca.orgYMCA V6 LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION COURSEThis course is designed to recertify current YMCA lifeguards and professional rescuers. Participants will be certified in American Safety and Health Institute’s (ASHI) courses: • CPR Pro (BLS) for the Professional Rescuer • Basic First Aid for the Community • Emergency Oxygen Administration This will be a refresher on the skills and knowledge lifeguards need in pool, lake, river, surf, and waterpark environments. Learn up-to-date information on how to lifeguard by anticipating and preventing problems before they occur and by taking action to help those in danger when necessary. We cover:• safety skills• accident prevention• scanning• guarding techniques• emergency systems• rescue skills • first aid in aquatic environments• spinal injury management• open water dangers• legal responsibilities• pool maintenance basicsThis course is built for lifeguards certified by other organizations, including those that may have recently lapsed due to COVID-19, to refresh their skills and recertify through the YMCA. Participants will be certified in American Safety and Health Institute’s (ASHI) courses: • CPR Pro (BLS) for the Professional Rescuer • Basic First Aid for the Community • Emergency Oxygen Administration. Review information on the skills and knowledge lifeguards need in pool, lake, river, surf, and waterpark environments. Learn up-to-date information on how to lifeguard by anticipating and preventing problems before they occur and by taking action to help those in danger when necessary. We cover:• safety skills• accident prevention• scanning• guarding techniquesStudents must pass the physical skills test prior to the class and must be 16 years of age by the last day of the scheduled class.• emergency systems• rescue skills • first aid in aquatic environments• spinal injury management• open water dangers• legal responsibilities• pool maintenance basicsYMCA V6 LIFEGUARD CROSSOVER COURSEREGISTERTODAY!Click the blue arrow buttonCLICKCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!Next >