Y Members of the Month – Inspiration and Why the Y?

The Y is new to our community.  If you have no background with a YMCA, this is a great way to better understand, why a Y for us?

• Rebecca Stoufis - Collective sense of unity
• Scott Klein - Three daughters
• Shannan Goettl - Fitness goals & Atmosphere

What’s at the Y!

Family Programs:

• Birthday Parties- Y birthday party program that offers kids the option of spending their special day with the Y.
• Dundas Preschoolers in the Park-New place and day, same preschool fun
• Family Fun Night at the Y- Come and play together as a family!
• Family Swim-Join us for Family Swim at the Northfield Senior Center (Northfield Y Members ONLY)
• Preschoolers in the Park-Gym time moves outside!

Wee Programs:

• Budding Naturalists- Come out for some nature exploration as the seasons change.
• Leap N’ Preschoolers- Come out and play! Each session will have group games and activities!
• Messy Art-Come out to the park for some creative exploration time.
• Preschoolers in the Park- Have gym time outside! Each week will have theme based activities
• Spectacular Spring- Welcome spring with some fun activities at the Y.
• Wee Camp- 4 days a week, for five weeks, we will be doing new and exciting adventures.
• Wee Golf-Kids will learn the basics of Golf.
• Wee Outdoor Soccer- Spring soccer fever! Join us for some soccer fun.
• Wee and U4 Soccer-2 Soccer programs one for 3 year olds and one for 4 year olds
• Wee Sports Galore-Kids will be able to participate in numerous kinds of sports.
• Wee T-Ball-We focus on stretching muscles, teamwork, and heart healthy FUN
• Wee Tennis-An awesome oppurtunity for your child to participate in a life-long sport
• Wee Track and Field- Hurdles, 50m, field events, long jump, shot put and relays!
• Yucky Science-Ooey, gooey, and outside fun!

Elementary Programs:

• Frisbee Disc Golf- Players throw a flying disc into a basket or at a target.
• Golf-Learn the basics of chipping, putting, and driving
• Outdoor Soccer- We focus on skills and less on competition so your child can enjoy playing the game.
• Prairie & Wood 1/2 Day Camp- 5 days a week for four weeks. This 1/2 day camp is based at the Carleton College Farm House where each week is unique, educational and tons of fun.
• Sports Galore-Introduce your child to a variety of sports this summer.
• T-Ball/Baseball-Batting, teamwork, pitching, and base running is what you will learn.
• Tennis-Kids learn the basics of serving, receiving, holding a racket, balance, and contolling power.
• Track & Field-We’ll stretch muscles, work on good heart health and focus on basic track & field skills.
• Y Kids Tri-Kids Triathlon (swim, bike, and run)
• Y Kids Triathlon Mini Camps-Try our mini camps for the Y Kids Tri, these classes will help prepare all kids who plan on participating in the Y Kids Tri.
• Y Navigators- Flexible 3, 4, or 5 day a week program. Come one week or come all summer long. Kids enjoy trips to local and not-so-local destinations all designed to strengthen their imaginations and stretch their bodies.

Summer Camps:

• Prairie & Wood 1/2 Day Camp- 5 days a week for four weeks. This 1/2 day camp is based at the Carleton College Farm House where each week is unique, educational and tons of fun.
• Wee Camp- 4 Days a week, for five weeks, we will be doing new and exciting adventures each week.
• Y Navigators- Flexible 3, 4, or 5 day a week program. Come one week or come all summer long. Kids enjoy trips to local and not-so-local destinations all designed to strengthen their imaginations and stretch their bodies.

Teen and Adult Programs:

• Boxing (8th-12th Grade)- Learn the ABC’s of Boxing
• Adult Open Swim-Open swim times for adults at the Northfield Senior Center for ONLY NORTHFIELD YMCA MEMBERS
• Aqua Fitness Classes-Group exercise fun in the pool, at the Northfield Senior Center for ONLY NORTHFIELD YMCA MEMBERS
• Aqua Zumba-All the fun of Zumba but in the pool, at the Northfield Senior Center
• Bootcamp-Enjoy a class that encompasses a variety of exercises designed increase your strength, boost your metabolism, and increase cardiovascular endurance.
• Cardio Kick- Have a blast in this high intensity, high calorie burning workout. This class is sure to make you sweat.
• Core Fitness- Strengthen and tone your core muscles.
• Pilates Fusion- Work your “powerhouse” muscles-abs, low back, thighs, and buttocks.
• Power-Strengthen your major muscle groups through simple atheletic movements
• Step-  All around great cardio workout Watch the calories burn away in Step.
• Strength Fusion- Strengthen and tone your entire body in this slow-paced strength class.
• Yoga- Relieve stress while you increase your strength, stability and core muscles
• Zumba- Come join the Zumba-Nation at the Northfield YMCA and have a rocking time

Y Membership At-a-Glance:
You do not need to be a Y member to participate in Y programs and services, 
except for swimming at the Senior Center

• Youth & Family Members can take part in FREE and deeply discounted youth programs and FREE Child Watch at Wellness Center
• All adults have access to all equipment at the Wellness Center, lap and aquatic exercise classes
• FREE Group Exercise Classes g-a-l-o-r-e each week
• Discounts on summer camp programs & on all youth programs
• Get involved in a Northfield-owned public charity. Benefits that give back!
• Scholarships are available! No one is turned away because of an inability to pay
• There is a one time $25 Joiners Fee. For the month of January, the joiners fee is only $12
• No Contracts, you pay month-to-month
• We are partnered with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medica, UCare and HealthPartners insurance companies. Join the Y and you could be reimbursed for living a healthy lifestyle. Check with your insurance company for details
• As a spouse of a deployed Guard or Reserve member, you and your family are eligible to join our YMCA free, courtesy of Military OneSource. For details click here

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The Northfield Area Family YMCA builds strong kids, strong families, and a strong community.

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507-645-0088 (Main)
507-645-8188 (Fax)
507-664-7349 (Wellness Center)

519 Division Street (Mailing Address)
205 W 3rd (Administrative Staff Office Location)
900 Cannon Valley Drive (Wellness Center)
Northfield, MN 55057