January 2009

“Biggest Winner” Challenge!

The biggest challenge of 2009!
January 12 - April 4, 2009

Want support and encouragement to help make your New Year’s fitness resolution a success? Join the “Biggest Winner” Challenge!

Weigh-in on Saturday, January 9, at the Olympia Downtown YMCA. Start the Biggest Winner Challenge on January 12! You will be assigned a team and fitness leader. Participate in fun weekly challenges and activities at both branches through April 4!

Cost:   Full Members   $ 65  
          Basic Members $150
(Cost covers the entire 3-month program)

Includes: Body composition test, body measurement, weigh-in with Weight Watchers® (if currently enrolled or want to join their program) or a YMCA Staff Nutritionist, Weight Watchers meetings will be held at the downtown branch (added expense), fitness orientation, weekly check-in, ongoing team support, and fun! Basic Members also get full facility and program use. Read our weekly e-newsletter for helpful information, fitness tips, recipes, and more!

Register at Member Services today and become a “Biggest Winner!”

Membership Specials!

Exercise with a friend! New members will receive 50% off the joining fee during the month of January!


AND

When your friend joins and is a member for more than three months, you will also enjoy one month’s membership free!  What a great way to keep motivated and be a part of the YMCA Family!

Let us help YOU be successful!

The 12-Week Personal Fitness Program

•  Feel Confident with an exercise program that is right for you.
•  Feel Successful with equipment that is easy to use and an exercise routine that is easy to stick with.
•  Stay Motivated with guidance and encouragement from our friendly and easily accessible trainers.
•  Become Committed to exercise through the routine of a structured program.

Schedule an appointment with the Member Service Desk, or speak with any YMCA fitness staff member regarding this great opportunity!

Winter Feast

The annual YMCA Earth Service Corps' Winter Feast will take place on Friday, January 30, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Please contact Mark Lutsock at lutsockm@ssymac.net for more information.

Family Fun Nights for Members

2nd Friday of every month

Briggs Community Branch (specific location in branch varies based on the activity planned)
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Programs for Teen Members

At the Briggs and Downtown YMCA:

• Martial Arts
• Yoga
• Group Fitness Classes
• Fitness Orientations
• Open/Family Swim

At the Briggs YMCA:

• Climbing Wall
• Indoor Cycling
• Middle School Late Night
  

At the Downtown YMCA:

• Late Night for Teens - First concert series starts Saturday, January 16, from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Contact Mark Lutsock for more information at lutsockm@ssymca.net.

• Earth Service Corp

 Programs for Youth Members

 Aat the Briggs and Downtown YMCA: 

• Martial Arts
• Open/Family Swim
  

At the Briggs YMCA:

• Actor Factor I & II
• Tae Kwon Do
• Middle School Late Night
• Climbing Wall
• Adventure Zone
• Pre-School Sports Skills
• Toddler Gym
  

Youth Fitness Room for Members

Bring the family in and be active while having a great time!  The exciting Briggs Community Youth Fitness Room has game bikes, Wii, and Dance, Dance Revolution. 
 

Briggs Youth Cardio Room Orientation

Orientation appointments available on Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Take advantage of this great opportunity. Sign-up today to reserve your spot!
$25 Full Members

Parent's Night Out

Do you wish you could have a special evening all to yourself? Well now you can! On Friday, January 16, at the Olympia Downtown Branch your child(ren) will enjoy a craft project around the theme of "Serving Others"  in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day that will be taken to a local nursing home, games, swimming, and more.

The fee is reduced by 50% this month. Register at Member Services.

Late Winter Sports

Choose from: Chess (ages 6-14), Indoor Soccer (ages 3-15), Itty-Bitty Basketball (ages 3-5), Itty-Bitty Cheer (ages 3-5), and Roller Hockey (ages 7-18).

Practices begin the week of January 18 through February 28, with games starting on January 31 (except Roller Hockey where games begin on January 25). If you are interested in having your child play one of our late winter sports, please sign up online or at either branch. Registration is still underway.

Coaches are needed. Please contact Beth Daniel at 918-0254, danielb@ssymca.net, to help change the lives of local children.

Volunteer Opportunities

The South Sound YMCA has tons of opportunities for individuals who are interested in volunteering their time and talent. We have listed a couple, but if you are interested in helping and do not see your expertise listed, please contact either branch, and we will get you connected.

• Volunteer Coaches Needed - If you are interested in helping in the life of a child, coaching is a good way to do so. Please contact Beth Daniel for more information at 360-357-6609 or danielb@ssymca.net.
  
  
• Youth Fitness Room – This is a great way to earn volunteer hours for high school. Please contact Shilpa Johnson for more information at johnsons@ssymca.net.  

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