Sports

Sports are at the heart of all YMCAs. Did you know that basketball and volleyball were both invented at the Y, while softball and racquetball got their beginnings there as well? The YMCA encourages family involvement in hope that everyone can enjoy the YMCA experience. Under the leadership of caring and dedicated staff and volunteers, participants learn the true meaning behind sports, including the skills for the specific activity; why teamwork is critical in life; how to be respectful of coaches, officials and teammates; and understanding that having fun and making friends are what sports are all about.

Sports programs at the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA include:

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
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Family Karate
Days: Sat
Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  Families will learn the basic karate skills together.
FitQuest Program
Days: All
Time: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
  A personalized finess program designed to meet a person's individual health
and fitness needs and goals. A health and fitness professional will help develop and implement the correct program for the member. Please contact
the FitQuest center for an appointment.
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.
KidQuest
Days: Weekdays, Sat
Time: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  Program for youth ages 8 - 11 years of age with a parent. The goal of this program is to educate the youth about how strength is developed, and get them started with a safe routine that will promote a healthy lifestyle.
Please contact the FitQuest office for further information.
Personal Training - By Appointment Only
Days: All
Time: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  Whether you want to lose weight, become stronger, build muscle mass, increase endurance, rehabilitate, improve flexibility, sport specific train or just get in shape, the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA offers certified trainers (including Yoga & Pilates) who will design programs that will help you reach your goals.

Each trainer will not only coach you but will become your partner in wellness. Programs can be designed to include cardiovascular workouts, weight training, stretching, water exercise, pilates, yoga postures, and sport specific exercises.

Personal Training Packages & Yoga/Pilates One-on-One:
One-on-One Packages
$30 for 30 minutes
$55 for 60 minutes
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Four Sessions $200
Eight Sessions $380
Twelve Sessions $530

Group Packages:
Two-person, one hour session: $70 per hour

Members only, please contact Eyal Gonen, Senior Health & Wellness Director, for appointment information at 962-5521 or egonen@ymcashr.org
Teen Day 2009 - 05/16/2009
Days: Sat
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  Join us for a day of fun and fellowship with teens from all over South Hampton Roads. Activities include games, sports, art, dance, song, team-building and more!

Event will be held at the Suffolk Family YMCA (transportation provided from Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA).

For details, contact Samantha Lott at 757-962-55526 or slott@ymcashr.org
Registration Required.

Members: 5/4/09-5/15/09. Register Online.
TeenQuest
Days: Weekdays, Sat
Time: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  Program designed for teens ages 12 - 17 years of age. Teens are able to follow the same guidelines as adults, and TeenQuest programs provide strength training programs designed with consideration and sensitivity to their needs and awareness of their bodies.Please contact the FitQuest office further information.
Volleyball
Days: Wed
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm
  Enjoy Volleyball in the Adult Gym on Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:45 pm. Volleyball is recreational and open to all.

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