Arts and Humanities
Note: Ages are guidelines. Children who are slightly older or slightly younger than stated ages may be accepted into a class at the discretion of the Family/Teen Director.
Parent-and-Child Toddler Gymnastics (ages 2 to 3 years)
Parents join your little one for a tumbling experience. Enjoy circle time full of songs and stretches to engage bodies and minds. Work your way through a circuit that includes forward rolls, a low balance beam, and a trampoline. End with some parachute play to reinforce colors and teamwork. Children are encouraged to progress at their own pace with their parent (or other adult partner).
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Totally Toddlers (ages 2-3 years & 18 months - 36 months)
Is your little one ready to have some time out on their own? Bring them to Totally Toddlers where they will work on basic colors, shapes, and letters. Motor skills (like cutting and gluing) will be introduced and practiced. Values will be taught and reinforced through songs, stories, and positive interactions with peers and staff.
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Craft & Swim (ages 3 to 5 years)
Bring your little one for some creativity and expression. Children will have 45 minutes to create basic craft projects using the basic skills of cutting, gluing, and painting. Colors and shapes will be discussed. Songs and books will round out some lessons. After cleaning up, the group will transition to the indoor pool for 30 minutes of swim. Basic skills will be introduced, practiced, and reinforced through fun activities and games.
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Gym & Swim (ages 3 to 5 years)
Warm up with some dry land activities in the gymnasium and then cool off in the indoor pool. Gym games may include soccer, kickball, freeze tag, obstacle courses, and much, much more. Swim time will include activities and games to build skills and endurance while having fun.
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Introductory Ballet (ages 3 to 6 years)
Learn basic movements, arm positioning, steps and jumps. The class will be comprised of warm up, barre work, center work and corner to corner. Taught by a YMCA volunteer who is a classically trained dancer.
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Little Chefs (ages 3 to 5 years)
Children will be introduced to basic nutrition and learn how to create healthy snacks. Using the Harvard Food and Fun Curriculum as a guide. Taste testing will be a fun part of this class.
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Messy Arts (ages 3 to 5 years)
Allow your child to develop their artistic side by playing with paint, glue, clay, glitter and much more! Kid’s will explore different art materials through the sense of touch. All while having fun and getting messy!
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Interactive Storytime (ages 3 to 5 years)
A combination class for preschoolers. An interactive story will be read aloud and combined with stretches and movements to engage both the body and mind!
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Friday Night "Hip Hop" (Ages 12 and up)
Learn hip hop moves from an experienced hip hop dancer/choreographer.
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Lego Club (ages 6-99 years)
Join this new fun and exciting club for children of all ages. Activities will consist of individual or group build offs, show and tell nights and contests. This is a great family activity as well.
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