YMCA Y Reads Program

The YMCA y reads program has recently added more students to this program to help targeted students increase their reading skills, self esteem and attitude towards reading. Volunteer tutors are needed that will be trained to meet the individual needs of the child. A minimum of one hour a week is required. Help the Marco Island YMCA build strong kids by mentoring a child. Contact Jan l. Rotar, YMCA reads! Program coordinator, 394 - 3144 ext. 275.

Tiny Tot Time continues at the “Y”

Sign up for Tiny Tot Time at the customer service desk today for this exciting new program for children ages 2 - 5. Allow your child to experience social interactions, learn basic kindergarten readiness skills, and enjoy music, arts, crafts, and many new games. This program will be held bi - weekly and began on Jan. 11. Don’t miss out on the fun!. A parent or guardian must be present. This program will meet on Friday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. and the cost is $5.00 per child.

“Skate upon a star”

Skate days at the Marco Island YMCA every Saturday sponsored by “Upon a Star Foundation.” The skate park will be free to members (your YMCA membership card must be presented). $5.00 for all others.

Skate park schedule

10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for k to 5 grades

12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for 6 to 8 grades

**Waivers are required for every participant***

Skate Camp

The objective of this program is to help those who have not had skateboard instruction. The basic skills of skateboarding will be taught to help enable each individual to meet their best potential abilities. Please register a week before the lessons start. Sessions are limited to a maximum of five children. One session consists of three lessons. Skate waivers must be signed. Cost is $30 for 3 lessons. Others $35. The instructor is Mr. Hunter. Lessons are Mondays 4 - 6 p.m., Wednesday 4 - 6 p.m. and Saturday 3 - 5 p.m. For more information call Ginger at 394 - 3144 ext. 202

2008 YMCA Youth sports

Spring soccer

March 8: assessment

March 11: coaches meeting

March 17: first practice

March 22: opening day

May 10: last game

May 17: world cup tourney

Junior tennis sign up continues

Little slam for 6 to 8 yr - olds (beginners)

Tiny tots for 4 to 5 yr - olds

Slam junior for 8 to

10 yr - olds

Mighty slam juniors ages 10 and older

Junior round Robin / Saturday 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Members — no charge and others $3.00

Must sign up in advance. Info at 394 - 3144 ext. 224

Water aerobics schedule for February

The aerobics program is for everyone: Young, old, thin, overweight! Water aerobics combines low impact with high resistance letting you burn up twice as many calories. Modifications can be made to your program as needed.

Water Walkers — 9 a.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.

Water Aerobics — 9:30 a.m. Mon.

Aqua Slimnastics — 10:30 a.m. Mon. and Wed.

Aqua Jogging — 9:30 a.m. Tues. and Thurs.

Aqua Kickboxing — 9:30 a.m. Friday

Noodle Workout — 9:30 a.m. Wednesday

Anchored Down — 9:30 a.m. Saturday

Swim lessons with Miss Dottie

The next session of swim lessons with Miss Dottie classes will be held from March 17 to 27. All classes meet from Monday to Thursday. And cost for Y members is $50, non members $70. Marco Island residents may receive a $10 discount for youth swimming lessons through funds provided by the City of Marco Island. Must submit proof of residency.

Class Schedules:

Parent/ Child 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Pike/ Eel 3:30 – 4 p.m. and 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Ray/Starfish: 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.

Guppy/Minnow 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.

Fish/Flying Fish/Shark – 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

For more information contact Dottie Wiener at 394 - 3144 - ext 204

Marco Island YMCA pool hours of operation

February to May

7 to 8 a.m. — Master Swim for one hour only.

8 to 3 p.m. — Lap swimming available for all ages.

3 to 6 p.m. — Swim team only.

5 to 6 p.m. — Lane six open for lap swimming only.

Saturday pool hours — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday pool hours — 11a.m. to 3 p.m.

Kid’s computer classes

Kids 3 to 5 years old can attend the “Y” computer lab with instructor Miss Ginger on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Learning objectives include; building creativity, enhancing communication skills, enriching vocabulary, problem solving, verbal and conceptual skills, developing listening, comprehension and communication skills. Software will include: colors, shapes, numbers and readiness skills, as well as language arts, phonics, science and math. The cost is $5.00 Per session and sessions must be paid in advance. Sessions are limited to 5 children.

Teen social

March 28 - April 18 and May 16

Chaperones needed: if you are over 18 and are interested in volunteering for these events please contact: Stephanie Pepper, Family Services Director, at 394 - 3144 ext. 203.

Mah Jongg

New Mah Jongg classes coming to the Y in February! The scheduled classes will be on Feb 13, 20, 27 and March 5. Cost for members is $30 and for others it’s $50. Lunch (optional) noon to 12:30 p.m . Lessons are from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Registration and payment required in advance. Registration forms are available at the customer service desk.

Job opening

The Marco Island YMCA has an opening for 2 friendly, courteous, patient, computer literate persons in our Membership Customer Service dept. as a Customer Service representative. Successful candidate must be able to work flexible and weekend hours. Applications available at the Customer service desk.

Your Marco Island YMCA is located at 101 Sandhill Street (off San Marco Road). Marco Island, Florida 34145.

Hours are

Monday to Thursday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.;

Friday 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 394 - 3144 Customer Service ext. 200.

Visit the Y’s brand new Web site at marcoislandymca.com