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4MEMBERSHIP - JOIN TODAY!Thank You Donors! We would liketo thank all of those members,organizations, businesses and friendswho donated to the TownLakeCommunities YMCA Partner of YouthCampaign in 2009. Through yourgenerous support, we exceeded our goaland raised $121,664. With this type ofsupport, we can meet the needs of ourgrowing community.If you have not yet contributed andwould like to do so, you can either:• Donate at the Welcome Center/ Front Desk• Go to www.austinymca.org and click on the“giving” iconVolunteers: TownLake YMCA alwaysneeds and appreciates volunteers. Anopportunity coming up soon is theAnnual Children’s Christmas Party. Pleasesee Jason Daniel for ways you can help... it’s what has made the YMCA strongsince its founding. Volunteer-foundedand volunteer-led, the YMCA is thelargest not-for-profit community serviceorganization in the United States. Wehave more than 2,500 YMCAs in 10,000communities that serve 18.9 millionpeople each year. Half are children.The YMCA:• Fosters relationships between kids and caring adults• Provides a safe place for kids to learn and grow• Gives kids a healthy start in life• Develops marketable skills through quality education• Promotes sharing through community service17 camp locationsthroughout travis &Hays CountiesJune 7*-August 20Ages 4-14All camps offer swimming,field trips, games, crafts &Character-development activitiesVisit www.austinymca.org for camp detailsto register:• Program Services 512.236.9622 • Visit your YMCA branch • Email – programservices@austinymca.orgAll camp sessions will be 7:30am-6pm daily. Registration will begin Monday, Feb 1.Space iS limited! RegiSteR NOW!*Round Rock ISD will also have a week of camp June 1-4.TXAU07

5MEMBERSHIP - JOIN TODAY!TownLake YMCA Staff:Name Title EmailDave Fulscher Executive Director dfulscher@austinymca.orgJason DanielYouth and FamilyDirectorjason.daniel@austinymca.orgSteven Boyd Fitness Director steven.boyd@austinymca.orgJennifer Meazell Aquatics Director jennifer.meazell@austinymca.orgJude HickeyMembershipCoordinatorjhickey@austinymca.orgTownLake Board of Managers:Ryan BartholomewTerry CollinsJim DenholmJeanne Marie EllisOtis FieldsAndy CarlsonLarry GrahamJim HouchinsTina StanselJames RuizKathleen SchneemanTiffany TillmanDerrick JonesNicole GrantDavid C. LawrenceKatari GrassellBarbara MeisnerMiles MillerSteve MontignaniNathan SmithAlex PopeJennifer SalernoMeredith CampbellReagan NashYMCA of Austin Locations:Metropolitan Offices1402 E. Cesar ChavezAustin, TX 78702512.322.9622Program Services2121 E. 6th St., Suite 230Austin, TX 78702512.236.9622TownLake1100 W. Cesar ChavezAustin, TX 78703512.542.9622Southwest6219 OakclaireAustin, TX 78735512.891.9622East Communities5315 Ed BluesteinAustin, TX 78723512-933-9622North Park9616 N. Lamar, Suite 130Austin, TX 78753512.973.9622Northwest5807 McNeil DriveAustin, TX 78729512.335.9622Hays Communities465 Buda Sportsplex DriveBuda, TX 78610512.523.0099Springs27216 Ranch Road 12 SouthDripping Springs, TX 78620512.894.3309TXAU07

6HEALTH & FITNESSFitStart®:New in 2010: Revamped FitStart program!FitStart® is a primary fundamental gameplan to obtain your fitness goals atTownLake YMCA. This comprehensive,step-by-step orientation-style programpaves your way toward healthy success.Step 1: Fitness Assessment + CardioStep 2: FitStart® I-MachinesStep 3: FitStart® II-Free WeightsStep 4: One Complimentary PersonalTrainer sessionAdditional Fees apply for Personal Trainingand Fitness Assessments done outside theFitStart® program.Complete Personal Training:TownLake YMCA offers individualizedpersonal training to meet your fitnessor performance goals, alongside aregistered dietitian to meet yournutritional goals. Whether focusing onweight loss, muscle toning or healthiereating choices, our Fitness Departmentcan meet your needs.Let our registered dietitian and certifiedpersonal training staff design and trackyour individualized exercise program.1-hour Individual Training$180 4 sessions$340 8 sessions$480 11+1 Nutritional Counseling Session$750 18+2 Nutritional SessionsNutritional Counseling Packages$65 Initial Consultation$160 Pkg. of 4 (1x/week for 4 weeks)All Personal Training sessions must beprepaid. Group PT sessions also available.Contact the Fitness Department for details.In Y Sports, everyone playsand everyone wins! Yourchild can be a part of theteam in Y Soccer this spring!Don’t miss out. Sign Up!Spring 2010Youth Soccer (Ages 4-13)Registration: Jan 18-Feb 21Late Registration: Feb 22-Feb 28Season Dates: March 27-May 228 Game/9 Week Season (NO GAMES APRIL 3RD)Call YOUR BRANCH or visit www.austinymca.org for details.TXAU07

12AQUATICSSwim Lessons: Ages 6-17mos:Shrimp: Shrimp introduces our littlestswimmers and parents to the aquaticenvironment, encourages realisticdevelopmental expectations by parents,introduces basic aquatics safety toparent and child, and provides a positivefirst experience in the water.Shrimp will help babies with basicmotor skills and introduce them towater without fear. Skills includeblowing bubbles, floating on front andback, kicking on front and back, socialinteraction through songs, and basicaquatics safety skills for parents.(Minimum 3-Maximum 10)DayTimeM/W4:50-5:30pmTu/Th11:40am-12:20pmTu/Th4-4:40pmFri11:10-11:50amSat9-9:40amSwim Lessons: Ages 30-36mos:Perch Plus: Parent and child participatetogether, with child progressing tospending part of the class time withthe instructor to prepare the child forour Pike level. Pike swim skills will beintroduced, while parents help thechild become more independent andcomfortable in a class setting withcontinuing pool safety skills.(Minimum 3-Maximum 10)DayTimeM/W3:40-4:20pmTu/Th1:20-2pmTu/Th4:50-5:30pmFri10:20-11amSat11:30am-12:10pmSwim Lessons: Ages 18-29mos:Kipper: Kipper is for children who areready to learn basic swimming skillswith parent accompaniment. Skills willinclude basic paddle stroke, kicking onfront and back, floating on front andback, basic treading water, voluntarysubmersions, climbing in and out ofthe pool unassisted, jumping in fromthe side of the pool, and safety tips forparents.Kippers will sing songs, too! A portionof each class will focus on “parentindependence”;- the child will spend alittle time without parent to ease thetransition between parent/child classesand our Preschool Levels.(Minimum 3-Maximum 10)DayTimeM/W2:50-3:30pmTu/Th1:20-2pmTu/Th4:50-5:30pmFri9:30-10:10amSat10:40-11:20amTXAU07

13AQUATICSPreschool Swim Lessons: Ages 3-5:Pike (beginner) For new swimmers.Skills include basic paddle stroke, kickingskills, safety, flotation and bubbles.To move to the next level, must swimpaddle stroke on front/side/back 5 feetwithout instructional flotation device(IFD) and 10 yards with IFD.Eel (advanced beginner)Must complete Pike or swim equivalentto enter. Further development offront/side/back paddle and buildingconfidence. To move to the next level,must swim paddle stroke on front/side/back 15 to 20 yards with IFD and 15 feetwithout IFD.Ray (intermediate)Must complete Eel or swim equivalentto enter. Swimmers are introduced torudimentary breathing and elementarybackstroke, bobs in shallow water, andjumping into deep water. To move tothe next level, must swim front/side/back25 yards with IFD and 20 feetwithout IFD.Starfish (intermediate advanced)Must complete Ray or swim equivalentto enter. Swimmers refine all strokes,work on endurance, and are introducedto breaststroke. Swimmers will also workon water safety/rescue.(Minimum 3-Maximum 5)Pike, Eel, Ray, Starfish Schedule:Level Day TimePike M/W 2-2:40pmPike M/W 2:50-3:30pmPike M/W 3:40-5:30pmPike M/W 5:20-6pmPike M/W 6:10-6:50pmPike Tu/Th 10-10:40amPike Tu/Th 10:50-11:30amPike Tu/Th 12:30-1:10pmPike Tu/Th 1:20-2pmPike Tu/Th 4-4:40pmPike Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmPike Tu/Th 5:40-6:20pmTXAU07Level Day TimePike Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmPike Tu/Th 7:20-8pmPike Sat 9-9:40amPike Sat 9:50-10:30amPike Sat 10:40-11:20amPike Sat 12:20am-1pmEel M/W 2-2:40pmEel M/W 3:40-4:20pmEel M/W 4:30-5:10pmEel M/W 5:20-6pmEel Tu/Th 10:50-11:30amEel Tu/Th 11:40am-12:20pmEel Tu/Th 12:30-1:10pmEel Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmEel Tu/Th 5:40-6:20pmEel Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmEel Sat 9:50-10:30amEel Sat 10:40-11:20amEel Sat 11:30am-12:10pmEel Sat 12:20-1pmRay M/W 3:40-4:20pmRay M/W 4:30-5:10pmRay M/W 5:20-6pmRay M/W 6:10-6:50pmRay Tu/Th 10-10:40amRay Tu/Th 12:30-1:10pmRay Tu/Th 1:20-2pmRay Tu/Th 5:40-6:20pmRay Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmRay Tu/Th 7:20-8pmRay Sat 9-9:40amRay Sat 9:50-10:30amRay Sat 10:40-11:20amStarfish M/W 2:50-3:30pmStarfish M/W 5:20-6pmStarfish Tu/Th 10:50-11:30amStarfish Tu/Th 12:30-1:10pmStarfish Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmStarfish Tu/Th 7:20-8pmStarfish Sat 9-9:40amStarfish Sat 12:20-1pm

14AQUATICSYouth Swim Lessons: Ages 6-12:Polliwog (beginner)Swimmers are introduced to blowingbubbles, floating, and front/side/backpaddle. To move to next level, mustperform paddle stroke on front/side/backfor 25 yards with instructional flotationdevice (IFD) and 15 feet without.(Minimum 3-Maximum 5)Guppy (advanced beginner)Swimmers are introduced to rotarybreathing, diving, elementary backstrokeand breaststroke. To move to next level,must swim 25 yards freestyle/backstroke/breaststroke/sidestroke without IFD(Minimum 3-Maximum 6)Minnow/Fish (intermediate)To begin this level, swimmers can alreadyswim 25 yards of the basic strokes.Swimmers will refine all strokes withexception of the butterfly which will beintroduced. To move to next level, mustswim all strokes 50 yards without IFDand tread water for one minute usingthe scissors kick.(Minimum 3-Maximum 7)Flying Fish (advanced intermediate)This is for children who can already swim50 yards each of freestyle, backstrokeand breaststroke. It is designed as aswim team preparatory class. Studentswill focus on technique and endurance,with further work on butterfly.Continued work on safety, treadingwater and diving.(Minimum 3-Maximum 8)Shark (advanced)This level is designed as furtherpreparation and practice for swim team,but we still have time for fun. Swimmerswill work on improving their timesand endurance. In this level, swimmerswill work on the 200 yard individualmedley and will learn stroke variations.Continued focus on safety, rescuetechniques and water sports.(Minimum 3-Maximum 8)Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow/Fish, FlyingFish, Shark:Level Day TimePolliwog M/W 3:40-4:20pmPolliwog M/W 4:30-5:10pmPolliwog M/W 5:20-6pmPolliwog Tu/Th 10:50-11:30amPolliwog Tu/Th 1:20-2pmPolliwog Tu/Th 4-4:40pmPolliwog Tu/Th 5:40-6:20pmPolliwog Tu/Th 7:20-8pmPolliwog Sat 9:50-10:30amPolliwog Sat 11:30am-12:10pmPolliwog Sat 12:20-1pmGuppy M/W 2-2:40pmGuppy M/W 3:40-4:20pmGuppy M/W 6:10-6:50pmGuppy Tu/Th 12:30-1:10pmGuppy Tu/Th 1:20-2pmGuppy Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmGuppy Tu/Th 5:40-6:20pmGuppy Tu/Th 7:20-8pmGuppy Sat 9-9:40amGuppy Sat 10:40-11:20amGuppy Sat 12:20-1pmMinnow/Fish M/W 2:50-3:30pmMinnow/Fish M/W 5:20-6pmMinnow/Fish M/W 6:10-6:50pmMinnow/Fish Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmMinnow/Fish Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmMinnow/Fish Sat 9-9:40amMinnow/Fish Sat 10:40-11:20amMinnow/Fish Sat 11:30am-12:10pmFlying Fish M/W 2-2:40pmFlying Fish M/W 4:30-5:10pmFlying Fish M/W 5:20-6pmFlying Fish Tu/Th 4:50-5:30pmFlying Fish Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmFlying Fish Tu/Th 7:20-8pmFlying Fish Sat 10:40-11:20amFlying Fish Sat 12:20-1pmShark M/W 3:40-4:20pmShark M/W 4:30-5:10pmShark M/W 5:20-6pmShark Tu/Th 4-4:40pmShark Tu/Th 6:30-7:10pmShark Sat 9:50-10:30amShark Sat 11:30am-12:10pmTXAU07

15AQUATICSMember=M; non-Member=NMAdult Stroke Clinic: Ages 13+: This isfor intermediate/advanced swimmersneeding stroke analysis and specifictraining techniques. Must be able toswim 100 yards continuously to enroll.DayTimeTu/Th11:40am-12:20pmTu/Th7:20-8pmSat12:20-1pmAdult T.O.W.: Ages 13+: The Terrified ofWater class is for beginners who arenot comfortable in the water. This classwill work on building confidence inthe water and will introduce swimmingtechniques like floating, treading water,blowing bubbles (breathing technique),and the basic paddle stroke.DayTimeM/W5:20-6pmTu/Th10-10:40amSat9:50-10:30amAdult Beginner: Ages 13+: This introducesbeginner swimmers to basic stroketechnique. Students will work on rotarybreathing in freestyle and will beintroduced to breaststroke, continuingwork on endurance, water confidenceand treading water.DayTimeTu/Th11:40-12:20amTu/Th6:30-7:10pmSat9-9:40amTXAU07Adult Intermediate: Ages 13+: This is forswimmers who can swim the length ofthe pool. Swimmers will refine freestyle,backstroke and breaststroke. The goalof this class is to prepare individuals toswim for fitness/fun.DayM/WTu/ThSatTime6:10-6:50pm12:30-1:10pm11:30am-12:10pmTeen Masters: This is excellent as anextra, fun practice for current or offseasonswim team participants or thoselooking for a swim team workoutwithout the competition. Must have aswim ability the equivalent of Shark.Day Time M NMFri 4-5:30pm $20 $40Sun 1-2:30pm $20 $40Angelfish: Synchronized Swimming:A challenging sport that combinescontrol, strength and grace. This teampractices more during competition time.For more information contact: Cheryl at512-567-1943 or synchrocc@aol.comLevel Day/Time M NMBeginner/Novice Sun, 4:30-5:30pm $10 $27.50Intermediate Sun, 5:30-8:30pm $15 $37.50Advanced Sun, 5:30-8:30pm $15 $37.50Fitness and Conditioning Swimming:Ages 13+: This is a great program forfitness, fun, competition and/or triathlontraining. This course is ideal for beginnertriathletes building endurance. Workoutsaverage 1,500-2,000 yards withapparatuses.Prerequisites:• Must be able to swim 300 yards continuously• Must be able to swim, in relatively good form, freestyle,breaststroke and backstrokeDay Time M NMM/W 7:30-8:30pm $20 $60

16AQUATICSMember=M; non-Member=NMYBATS-YMCA Masters Swim Team:The YBATS Swim Team is a sanctionedU.S. Masters Swim Team. Participantsmust be a registered U.S. MastersSwimmer in order to compete, butnot to participate in the class. Mastersoffers structured, supervised swimworkouts and stroke technique analysisfor men and women who are advancedswimmers. Workouts average 3,000-4,200 yards per day.Prerequisites:• Must be able to swim 1,500 yards continuously toenroll.Day Time M NMM/W/F 6-7:30am $25 $80Arthritis Aquatic Exercise: This shallow,warm-water class is for participantswith arthritis, fibromyalgia or injuries.Participants are led through a sequenceof range-of-motion movements tohelp regain balance, ease movement,flexibility and mobility strength.Day Time M NMM/W/F 12:15-1:15pm Free $36Aqua Fitness: Medium- to high-intensityworkouts. Each class completes 25-35minutes of cardiovascular work,along with toning, flexibility andabdominal work.Day Time M NMM/W/F 10-11am Free $56Tu/Th/F 10-11am Free $56M/W 6:30-7:30pm Free $36Tu/Th 5:30-6:30pm Free $36Private/Semi-Private Lessons:Personalized instruction for all ages/levels. Contact the Aquatics Departmentto request private lessons and we willmatch you with an instructor to meetyour needs! Lessons are scheduledthrough the Aquatics Department andNOT through the individual instructor orthe front desk. A minimum of 4 lessonsis required. Lessons are, generally,scheduled for Monday-Friday. Paymentis due upon completion of the first class.Must cancel a day in advance or lessonfee is forfeited.Private Lessons:Length M NM30 mins $18/lesson $30/lesson45 mins $27/lesson $45/lessonSemi-Private Lessons:Length M NM30 mins $26 ($13ea) $38 ($19/ea)45 mins $38 ($19ea) $58 ($29ea)TXAU07

17AQUATICSYMCA Lifeguard Training:Prerequisites:• Must be at least age 16• Swim continuously the 500-yard lifeguard medley• Tread water for 2 minutes using legs only• Feet-first surface dive to 9 feet and return to thesurface of the pool• Swim underwater for a distance of 15 feetTo receive certification a candidate must:• Attend 100% of all class sessions• Arrive on time for all class sessions• Participate 100% in all class sessions• Perform all practical skills• Pass a written test with a score of at least 80%• Demonstrate maturity, respect and responsibilityregardless of passing written and skill test• Candidates unable to perform all the skills necessaryto receive certification by the last day of the class willbe granted a conditional certification. It is up to thestudent to schedule a retest with the instructor within30 days.Upon successful completion ofthe course the participant will becertified in:• YMCA Lifeguarding• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the ProfessionalRescuer• American Red Cross Basic First Aid and OxygenAdministrationCourse Duration: 40 hoursClass Times:Jan, Apr & May-Fri: 5-10pm,Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 2-7pmMar-M-F: 9am-6pmProgram Fee: $200DateDayJan 15-17 & Jan 22-24F-SuMar 15-Mar 19M-FApr 9-11 & Apr 16-18F-SuMay 7-13 & May 14-16F-SuMay 21-23 & May 28-30F-SuYMCA Lifeguard Re-Certification:This class is for those who have currentcertification in YMCA Lifeguarding.Candidates show proof of certificationand proof of American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer , BasicFirst Aid, and Oxygen Administration.Date Day Time FeeFeb 20 Sat 9am-6pm $50Apr 24 Sat 9am-6pm $50CPR Re-Certification: This course isfor those who need to renew theirAmerican Red Cross CPR/AED for theProfessional Rescuer and OxygenAdministration. Candidates must showproof of current certification in CPR forthe Professional Rescuer.Date Day Time FeeApr 10 Sat 10am-7pm $75TXAU07

18POLICIESFacility:• Membership card must be scanned at the front desk toaccess our facilities. The replacement cost for a lost orstolen card is $10.• Membership cards remain the property of the YMCA ofAustin and must be surrendered upon demand.• Guests are welcome at the YMCA, space permitting.Limit 3 visits per guest per calendar year. Guests mustbe accompanied by a member and have a picture ID.Only 1 guest per member allowed. All guests must fillout a guest card upon entering the YMCA and presenta photo ID.• Parents are ultimately responsible for the safety andsupervision of their children at all times. Childrenunder the age of 12 may not be left unattended inthe facility.• The YMCA of Austin is founded on Christian principlesand prohibits inappropriate behavior and conduct.This includes, but is not limited to, profanity, abusivelanguage, inappropriate attire, smoking, use of alcoholor drugs, removal of YMCA property and criminalconduct of any type. Such inappropriate behavior orconduct is unacceptable, and the YMCA consequentlyretains the right to deny memberships to anyone andto revoke a membership of any current member orparticipant at its sole discretion.• The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.Locker Rooms:• Clothing and other personal belongings not in useshall be stored in the lockers provided by the YMCA.• The YMCA is not responsible for personal itemsbrought into the building. We recommend thatyou bring a lock for your locker, but locks must beremoved by the end of the day.• The YMCA offers family changing rooms for those withdisabilities as well as children who are old enoughto use the gender-appropriate locker rooms but stillneed help.• Children 3 and over are not allowed in opposite sexlocker rooms.Classes:• The YMCA of Austin reserves the right to combineclass levels in the event there is insufficient enrollmentor to cancel classes if combining levels is notan option.• Fees are nonrefundable. Fees may be transferred toanother session as availability allows and approvedby the program director.• There are no make-up classes for classes missed by theparticipant. Arrangements will be made for classescanceled by the YMCA.We are joining more than 900 YMCAs across the nationin hosting FREE events and activities that encouragechildren to take small steps toward getting active.Saturday, April 1710 a.m.-1 p.m.Attendees will enjoy bicyclesafety, plus games, tests ofskill, informational booths,giveaways, snacks and more!Healthy Kids Day is a nationwidecelebration of keeping kids andfamilies healthy and active.Watch for details at theMember Services Deskor in your local newspaper.TXAU07

is this year’sbest value!Join byJanuary 31, 2010andsave$48on all new membershipsMembers will enjoy our state-of-the-art Fitness Centers,FREE Fitness Classes, and Refreshing Pools -plus reduced rates on:SwimLessons!For all agesand abilitylevelsKidsSports!Everyone Plays,Everyone Wins!SummerDay Camp!• Themes• Games• Crafts• Field Trips• Ages 4-14AfterSchool& Y KidsProgramsTXAU07Call Today! 730-9622to find your nearest branch or log ontowww.austinymca.orgfor complete information.The Mission of the YMCA of Austin is to putChristian principles into practice through programsthat build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.Financial assistance is availableto those who qualify.Ayuda financiera disponiblepara aquellos que califiquen.

Non-Profit Org.U.S. PostagePAIDPhoenix, AZPermit No. 237TXAU07One-DayGuest PassFREEExpires 5/31/10. For additional information.Call 512.730.9622 or Visit austinymca.org.Call your local Y for center restrictions. Must be 18 years of age, or accompanied by an adult during facility use. One free pass per guest. Must show a picture ID.Mark Your Calendar!Tuesday, Jan 26, Partner of YouthCampaign Kickoff01-26-10Monday, Feb 1, Summer Campregistration begins02-01-10Sunday, March 28, 1-4pm:Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Southwest YMCA03-28-10Saturday, April 17, 10am-1pm: Healthy KidsDay, all Austin area YMCA branches04-17-10Saturday, May 15, 10am-1pm: Splash Day,all Austin area YMCA branchesYMCA of Austin1402 East Cesar ChavezAustin, Texas 7870205-15-10