Youth Fitness Programs

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YOUTH FITNESS OFFERINGS

Teen-Only Fitness

The Darien YMCA is proud to announce a fitness series that allows a teen to be a teen! Teen fitness features a combination of spinning, zumba, and yoga, all designed to help equate exercise with fun. The Monday class features a half hour of spinning followed by half hour of yoga; the Wednesday class features a half hour of zumba followed by a half hour of yoga. 

Who: Youth ages 12 – 18
When:  Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45 – 4:45 PM
Fees:  Members- $200 for Session1
                          $280 for Session 2

          Non-Members- $250 for Session 1
                                $350 for Session 2

Session 1:  March 10th – April 19th (5 weeks, no classes held April break)
Session 2:  April 20th – June 8th (7 weeks)

*A minimum of 5 participants is needed to hold class; maximum number of participants is 20 

ZUMBATONIC® — Zumba for Kids!

Participants will be led in dances, play movement-based games, learn basic rhythm patterns and perform for their classmates, all to ensure that they equate fitness with fun!

Who: Children ages 5 – 8
When: 2 classes/week: Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Where:  In the Community Room
Fee:   Member Rate: $200 for Session 1          $235 for Session 2
           Non-Member Rate: $300 for Session 1   $350 for Session 2
Session 1:  November 26th – January 9th (no classes December 24th – January 1st)
Session 2:  January 14th – February 27th

A minimum of 5 participants is needed to hold class; maximum number of participants is 20

 

KID’S BOOTCAMP

Allow your kids to learn the fundamental movements of fitness in a fun atmosphere that teaches them to challenge themselves and work hard.  Body weight exercises, core work and cardiovascular conditioning will be incorporated in game-like formats to foster team building and self-esteem.  Ideal for children of all fitness levels including those who need extra motivation to get up and move.

Who:  Children ages 9 – 12
When:  Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 – 5:30 PM
Fee:  Member Rate- $200 for Session 1   $235 for Session 2
         Non-Member Rate- $300 for Session 1   $350 for Session 2
Session 1:  November 26th – January 9th (no classes December 24th – January 1st)
Session 2:  January 14th – February 27th

 

SPORTS PERFORMANCE AND CONDITIONING

Designed for middle-school and high-school athletes, this series is designed to improve the following fundamental components of sports training.

  • Agility
  • Balance
  • Explosiveness
  • Core strength
  • Cardiovascular Endurance
  • Mental Toughness
  • Overall Athletic Performance

Who:  Athletes ages 12+
When:  2 classes/week- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Fee:  Member Rate- $300 for Session 1   $350 for Session 2
         Non-Member Rate- $400 for Session 1   $460 for Session 2

Session 1:  November 27th – January 10th (no classes from December 24th – January 1st)
Session 2:  January 15th – February 28th

 

 

 

YOUTH SUPERVISION POLICY

Wellness Center minimum age is 13 years old, which constitutes a Student Fit membership.  All Student Fit members must complete a Wellness Center youth certification (free of charge) with one of our personal trainers before being allowed to use the Wellness Center.

Training Center minimum age is 15 years old.  If the student is 15 years or older, they will be orientated with the Training Center during their initial youth certification.

Personal Training minumum age is 10 years old.  This option is open to children of members and children who hold youth memberships.  Non-member children are also permitted to personally train at an increased rate.

Group Fitness Classes minimum age is 15 years old.

Restrictions:  During the hours of 5 – 8 pm on the weekdays, all students of the respective age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in either the Wellness Center or the Training Center.

 

 

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