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Health & Fitness
susan-smith@ymca-kc.org

Kid's Tumbling! January - Sign up Today!
Youth Tumbling Classes (Ages 3 to 8) will be an ongoing program every Monday/Wednesday and  now Saturdays.  All Tumbling classes develop youth fitness levels, self-esteem, and gross motor skills. 

Tumbling 1: Ages 3-5
Days: Monday and Wednesday - Starts January 5th
Time: 10:45 -11:15 a.m.
Fees: Member $30/Non-member $40(8 sessions)

Day: Saturday - Starts January 10th
Time: 12:30 - 1 p.m.
Fees: Member $20/Non-Member $30(4 sessions)

Tumbling 2: Ages: 6-8
Days: Monday and Wednesday - Starts January 5th
Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12 Noon
Fees: Member $35/Non-Member $45(8 sessions)

Days: Saturday - Starts January 10th
Time: 1 - 1:45 p.m.
Fees: Member $25/Non-Member $35(4 sessions)

For more information or to register, e-mail susan-smith@ymca-kc.org.

DANCE, DANCE, DANCE!
Beyond the Basics (Mondays - 8:30 to 9:20pm) – This class will focus on partnership skills, technique and character of dance in a fun filled environment. Each month will focus on a different dance – Waltz, America Tango, and American Foxtrot. No experience needed. Instructor: James Netherton - Professional Instructor and Competitive Dancer (Local and Nationally).

Club Style Salsa (Tuesdays - 8:30 to 9:20pm) – Learn the Salsa basics starting with: The basic On 1 Rhythm, fun turn-patterns, break step variations and leading and following ‘fun”damental tricks that help you feel confident on the dance floor. Progressive program for beginning and returning Salsa dancers. Instructor: Allan Chow – Professional Instructor and Competitive Dance Team Member. (Local and Nationally)

Line Dancing (Sundays - 2 to 2:50pm) – Come take lessons that are more personalized and will give you variety of dances to enjoy the country music scene. Dances that will be offered are: The Electric Slide, The 5 Step, and Rockin’. For Beginners / Intermediate Beginners. Come join the fun! Instructor: Maryann Henderson – Professional Instructor for class and Group Events –Relay For Life( Mission, KS) and MDA Dancing Up a Storm (Shriner’s, KCMO)

Fees for Dance Classes

Beyond the Basics and Club Salsa Dance:
4-Session Dance Pass (monthly) $15 Member/$25 Non-Member..
Line Dancing:
4-Session Monthly Dance Pass.
FREE! for Members / $12 Non-Members (Available at Front Desk)

For more information or to register, e-mail susan-smith@ymca-kc.org.

A New Group Exercise Class at the YMCA: Hip Hop Hustle!
What is the Hip Hop Hustle? Everyone has loved the Hustle. Now you can experience it with a Hip Hop flare! No experience required. Classes meet Tuesdays from 6:35 to 7:25 p.m.

Metabolic Assessments
Exercise Metabolic Testing: This process that will tell you how hard you should work out to improve your body's ability to burn fat. After the completion of this exercise test, a specific workout plan will be designed just for you.

Resting Metabolic Testing: This process will tell you how many calories your body burns to function. Results will tell you how many calories you eat each day to gain, maintain or lose weight.

For more information or to register, e-mail susan-smith@ymca-kc.org.


Women on Weights (WOW) Starts New Session in January
Come join the fun! This class is designed to teach women the correct way to strength train, with emphasis on correct form, benefits, basic antomy, types of equipment and more. Each class meets one hour, once a week for four weeks and is limited to six participants per class. Choose your time: Monday at 2 p.m., Tuesday 5:30pm., and Wednesday at 7:00 a.m.  Forms at the front desk. Sign up today!

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Aquatics
deborah-thomas@ymca-kc.org

Want to be a YMCA Lifeguard?
Get trained for a rewarding career and learn to save a life. You must be at least 16 years old. Contact Deborah Thomas, 913-642-6800 or deborah-thomas@ymca-kc.org, for more information about lifeguard training opportunities.

NEW – Adult Group Swim Lessons!
Come join us on Monday nights from 7:30-8:15 p.m. and learn how to swim regardless of what level you are at – we would love to have you! Sign up today at the membership desk! Please contact deborah-thomas@ymca-kc.org or call 913.642.6800 for more information.

Swim Lessons
Our group swimming lessons fill up fast – don’t forget to enroll today! We offer year-round group and private swim lessons for parent/child, preschool and youth and adults!

Private Swim Lessons
No matter what level you are, whether you want to improve your stroke technique or maybe you just want to become more comfortable in the water, sign up for private swim lessons today! Call 913.642.6800 for more information.

Swim Club
Swim club practices are NOW on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. Swim meets are once a month. Monthly registrations means you can join at any time!

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Membership
Love your YMCA membership? Tell a friend!
Benefits of membership:
  • Use of all facilities at all centers of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City
  • Free Health Assessments
  • Free Fitness Classes
  • Free Water Fitness Classes
  • Free Child Watch while you work out
  • Free Senior Programs
  • Reduced rates on swim lessons, kids sports and other specialty programs
Hurry in today and start enjoying all of the benefits of being a member of the YMCA!


Paul Henson Fitness & Aquatics Schedules
For schedule information and to find out more about the GREAT things happening at the Paul Henson Family YMCA, click the PDF schedule links near the top right of your screen.

Guest Policy
  • Members over the age of 16 years old may bring one guest per visit.
  • Each guest is asked to bring a photo ID and complete a guest pass.
  • Guests may visit the YMCA three times per calendar year.
  • Guests under the age of 13 should be supervised by guardian who is 16 years of age or older.
  • Guests visiting the YMCA are asked to either come in with a member or have a guest pass with them.
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Sports
josh-dillavou@ymca-kc.org

Download the Spring Youth Sports Registration Form

Winter Basketball Game Schedules
Boys 5-6  Black Division : Red Division
Girls 5-6 Division
Boys 7-8 Black Division : Red Division
Girls 7-8
Black Division : Red Division
Boys 9-10
Division
Girls 9-10
Division
Boys 11-12
Division
Girls 11-12
Division
Boys 13-14
Division
Girls 13-14
Division


Weather Line: 913.982.4031 
Information is updated an hour before program begins. 


Challenger Program
raegan-schurr@ymca-kc.org


Challenger's Adaptive Sports Help All Children Score!
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s inclusive programming offers the Challenger program with sports for special-needs kids (ages 5-18). Do you know a child with autism, PDD or Asperger who might enjoy sports activities designed just for them? Please encourage their familes to contact the Y to learn about these unique opportunities. Contact Senior Director Raegan Schurr for more information; raegan-schurr@ymca-kc.org or 913-642-6800.   Ask about becoming a volunteer buddy!

Upcoming Program- Challenger Tennis.
January 17 - February 21, 2009;  10 - 11 am
Location: Kirmayer Fitness Center / KUMED-
                         Olathe Blvd. and Rainbow Blvd.

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Youth & Family

KIDS NIGHT OUT...Winter Wonderland!
"Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the Y is so delightful...!!"

Date:  Friday, January 9th
Time:  5:00-9:00pm
Ages:  2-11 years
Cost:  $15 (Members)  
           $25 (Community)
Theme:  "Winter Wonderland"
Location:  Paul Henson Family YMCA (Prairie Village, KS)

From fun games and crafts to exciting prizes and lasting memories, your child is sure to have a great time at the YMCA Kids Night Out!  Don't miss out on all of the fun going on now at the Paul Henson Family YMCA.  For more information and to register your child today, please call us at (913) 942-6800 or email us at www.kansascityymca.org.


ADVENTURE GUIDES...Exploring a world of fun and excitement!

Are you between the ages of Kindergarten through 5th grade?  If so, we invite you to be a part of our incredible Adventure Guides Expedition!  This program has a long history of providing children and their fathers with opportunities for good times, learning and mutual understanding.  In Adventure Guides, you and your child will meet with other parent-child teams in a small group and participate in fun, educational activities.  Campouts, pinewood derbies, crafts, Y Nights and baseball games are just a few of the exciting activities offered so don't miss out on all the fun...join our Expedition today!!

To register, please call us at the Paul Henson YMCA at 913.642.6800 or email our Adventure Guides Coordinator, Ryan Vaughn @ ryan-vaughn@ymca-kc.org.

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