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Health & Fitness

Upcoming Events at the North Suburban YMCA

Watch this blog for weekly updates about what's happening at the North Suburban YMCA, 2705 Techny Road in Northbrook. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, or visit www.nsymca.org to learn more.

NSYMCA Summer Program registration is now open to all!  Summer classes run from June 10 to August 18. Registration is open to all on May 25. Regular rates go into effect on June 1. To view the program guide and register online, visit www.nsymca.org.

Summer camp registration is filling up fast. The Y offers the widest range of day camp programs, with flexible schedules that work for every family. Transportation to afternoon camps from Northbrook summer schools is also available. Check out our camp program guide and download registration forms at www.nsymca.org, or contact Kathy Fielding, camp registrar, at kfielding@nsymca.org for more information. Registrations and changes after June 1 will incur a service fee -- be sure to sign up in May!

College students: Stay in shape and reach your goals with the Y’s reduced rate Student Personal Training Package. Purchase a minimum of four personal training sessions and pay just $37 per session – one-third off our regular training rates. Sessions must be paid for between June 1 and August 15, but can be used for up to a year. Must show college or high school senior ID to qualify. Contact Casey Schmit, cschmit@nsymca.org, for more information.

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The Y announces a new series of fitness courses designed for adults with autism and special needs, in partnership with Exercise Connection of Chicago. The program targets the unique fitness challenges of people with autism spectrum disorders and provides an introduction to healthy living skills to last a lifetime. Join us for a free information session and sample class on May 30 from 4:30 to 5:30. Sample class size is limited to six participants, ages 18 and over; pre-registration for the class is required. To pre-register or learn more, contact Sari Glazebrook, sglazebrook@nsymca.org.

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The Y is proud to offer professional massage services from Align Wellness Center. Appointments are available for 25 minute or 55 minute sessions in our comfortable Health Center, adjacent to our adult locker rooms. Sign up for appointments at the Y front desk. Y members also qualify for Value Added Partner discounts on massages at Align’s office in Northbrook. Visit http://nsymca.org for more information and pricing

The Y’s North Suburban School of Dance will present its annual recitals on June 9 at the Glenbrook North High School Center for the Performing Arts. Dancers in preschool through 2nd grade perform at noon, with older dancers taking the stage at 4:00pm. Admission is free with open seating. Glenbrook North High School is located at 2300 Shermer Road in Northbrook. For more information about dance programs at the NSYMCA, contact Joni Goldstein or Sally Tabatsalis at performingarts@nsymca.org

Parents, please note: non-member guests under the age of 18 must have a signed waiver on file to use YMCA facilities. Please stop by the front desk for more information.

Do you have a child entering half-day kindergarten? Enrich their experience with the Y’s Kindergarten Club extension program! Kindergarten Club creates a fun, full-day experience to support your child’s social and academic development. Morning or afternoon sessions are available, including transportation to/from public schools in Northbrook  as well as St. Norbert’s. Hot lunches, snacks, and even swim lessons are all included! Also, check out Y-Time, the NSYMCA’s afterschool program for grades K-5. For information, contact Shannon Cartier, scartier@nsymca.org, 847 272 7250 x. 1246.

The Y is the perfect place to plan your next special event. We have the facilities and expertise to make your event fun for everyone. Birthday Parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate Parties/Meetings, Reunions – the Y has party packages to fit any need. Contact Julia Ivanchenko at jivanchenko@nsymca.org.

Looking for a great way to participate in the Y community? We are always in need of volunteers!  Openings are available for coaches, child care assistants, office assistants, and special events. Contact Vera Mayer at v_mayer@msn.com or Carol Sassorossi at csassorossi@nsymca.org for more information.

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