Family - Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA - YMCA of South Hampton Roads

Family

The YMCA brings parents and children together for life enriching experiences. We believe the YMCA can help in strengthening relationships in families by providing fun and meaningful programs and activities. Time together as a family is valuable; the YMCA provides quality physical and social programs and activities, designed specifically for families. Family programs available at the Norfolk Family YMCA include:

ChildWatch: Babysitting while you work out for family members.
Parents' Night Out: Why not let the kids enjoy a night out too? Feel confident knowing your children are happy and healthy while enjoying an array of activities with their peers. Parents' Night Out is held the first and third Friday of each month.
Home School Physical Education

The YMCA is committed to providing programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. If you and
your family need financial assistance in paying fees for YMCA programs or membership, just ask! Download
an Open Doors financial assistance application.

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Camp Red Feather
Days: Weekdays Time: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm		Real Summer Camp! Real Summer Fun! Camp Red Feather Day Camp is a traditional day camp environment featuring a safe, outdoor environment with trained and qualified counselors. Located on 50 acres of fields & forests on the campus of Virginia Wesleyan College, Camp Red Feather activities include: daily swim lessons, boating & canoing, fishing, archery, music, drama, sports, field games, daily devotions, character development, theme weeks, nature exploration, arts & crafts, family nights and special events. Convenient drop off and pick up at Virginia Wesleyan College or the Norfolk Family YMCA. Transportation provided from the Norfolk Family YMCA to Virginia Weslyan College included. Registration Fee: $50 (One time fee for summer) Deposits: $25 per two week session per child Two Week Session Fee: $315 Member $355 Potential Member Session 1: June 16 - 27 Session 2: June 30- July 11 (*Closed July 4th) Session 3: July 14 - 25 Session 4: July 28- August 8 Session 5: August 11 - 22 Registration begins Tuesday, March 4, 2008 for new campers. Please contact Tennille Gerald at (757) 962-5532 for registration information. Registration Required. Members: 3/4/08-8/8/08. Non-Members: 3/4/08-8/8/08. Register Online.

Child Watch - Friday
Days: Fri Time: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm		Child Watch is a free service offered to all South Hampton Roads YMCA members holding a family membership. Trained and certified YMCA staff will supervise your children for up to two hours per day while you exercise. Child Watch is available for infants six weeks to children nine years of age

ChildWatch - Monday - Thursday
Days: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs Time: 8:00 am - 8:30 pm		ChildWatch is a free service offered to all members with a family membership. Trained and certified YMCA staff will supervise your children for up to two hours per day while you exercise. ChildWatch is available for infants six weeks to children nine years of age.

ChildWatch - Weekends
Days: Sat, Sun Time: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm		ChildWatch is a free service offered to all members with a family membership. Trained and certified YMCA staff will supervise your children for up to two hours per day while you exercise. ChildWatch is available for infants six weeks to children nine years of age.

Gym Schedule
Days: All Time: 5:30 am - 9:30 pm		Open Gym: Available to all Members Monday - Friday: 5:30 am - 9:00 pm Saturday : 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Adult Gym: Available to all adult members for full court pick-up games. Monday - Friday: 9:30 am - 11:30 am 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Open Volleyball: Wednesday: 7:30 - 9:15 pm

Interactive Zone - Weekdays
Days: Weekdays Time: 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm		This interactive equipment offers members of all ages an exhilarating, full-body workout while playing video games! More than just a computer that makes you sweat, the equipment offers something for everyone from simulated interaction training for athletes, to keeping youth and teens active and excited about fitness, to mental and physical coordination exercised for older adults and rehabilitation patients. Please check guidelines at the YMCA.

Interactive Zone - Weekends
Days: Sat, Sun Time: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm		This interactive equipment offers members of all ages an exhilarating, full-body workout while playing video games! More than just a computer that makes you sweat, the equipment offers something for everyone from simulated interaction training for athletes, to keeping youth and teens active and excited about fitness, to mental and physical coordination exercised for older adults and rehabilitation patients. Please check guidelines at the YMCA.

Kids Gym
Days: Mon, Wed, Fri Time: 9:30 am - 10:15 am		Ages 2-9 (Age limit may change due to demand) will be involved in activities designed to incorporate large and smaill motor movements, coordination, and balance.

Licensed School Age Childcare - Eight Sites Available
Days: Weekdays Time: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm		The Norfolk Family YMCA currently serves eight schools and 300 children within the Norfolk Public Elementary Schools. Our School-Age Child Care Program is licensed and available to all children regardless of race, color, creed or nationality. Limited subsidy assistance is available to those in need through our Open Doors program, depending on funds and space availability. Our staff is well trained, experienced and knowledgeable about child development. Your child will be under the supervision of CPR and First Aid certified YMCA staff members at all times. Registration is easy! Come to the Norfolk Family YMCA to pick up your packet. You can also pick up a packet at any of the school locations when school begins. *Birth Certificate and current physical and immunization records are required at time of registration. We offer care from 7:00 am to the beginning of the normal school day and resume care from school release time until 6:00 pm. Sites include: Ghent Elementary Granby Elementary Ingleside Elementary Larchmont Elementary Larrymore Elementary Suburban Park Elementary Taylor Elementary Willard Elementary (after-school care only) Member Rate: $34 Before-School only $46 After-School only $59 Before & After-School Potential Member Rate: $53 Before-School only $65 After-School only $79 Before & After-School Holiday Camps and Fun Club days are offered at the Norfolk Family YMCA for an extra charge. Space is limited. See the Member Services desk for details. (Norfolk Public School schedule is followed.)

Massage Therapy - By Appointment Only
Days: All Time: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm		Provides pain relief from tight muscles, increases mobility of joints, improves posture, circulation, tone & elasticity of the skin, quality of sleep. Reduces swelling from excess water retention, promotes faster healing from injuries and surgeries, increases vitality, energy and mental alertness, reduce stress. Barbara Williams, C.M.T. Home: (757) 583-3219; Cell (757) 739-6646 Barbara is a certified Massage Therapist and has worked in the wellness and healing field for over 14 years. Barbara maintains her practice here at the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA. She received her Massage Therapy Training at the Virginia Institute of Massage Therapy. Barbara is skilled in Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, and Chair Massage. Vladimir Muraviov, C.M.T. (757) 489-8488 Vladimir studied and began massages in the Ukraine 20 years ago. and began serving the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA members 10 years ago. Vladimir is certified through the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. He specializes in deep tissue massage which benefits spinal alignment and relaxation of the central nervous system. Half hour: $30 Hour: $45 75 minutes : $65 Books: 5 Massages $225 (includes 30 minute free massage) 11 Massages $450 * Visit the Member Services desk to schedule an appointment and for information on purchasing packages. All appointments are made on a pre-paid basis.

Youth Gym Schedule
Days: All Time: 6:00 am - 9:45 pm		The Youth Gym may be used by members of all ages with parent/guardian present. Monday - Friday : 5:30 am - 9:45 pm Saturday: 7:00 am - 6:55 pm Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:55 pm Not available on Monday & Wednesday: 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm (Cardio Kick Box/Cardio Jam) Not available on Saturday: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon (Cardio Jam)

Youth Karate
Days: Sat Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm		Ages 9-13 will learn the basic karate skills.

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