Four Rivers Area Family YMCA

Every Kid's a Y Kid!

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Caitlyn's story Caitlyn will be a sophomore in high school this year. The Carondelet Family YMCA has been an integral part of her life and she is eager to tell others how much the YMCA has changed her life. With the help of financial assistance, she attended Central Leader’s School. This one-week YMCA program teaches youth and teens leadership skills for life. Caitlyn helped to found the Carondelet YMCA Leader’s Club and has served as President. Caitlyn has far exceeded the volunteer service expectation by teaching preschool dance and assisting in Child Watch, our on-site, while-you-work-out, baby-sitting service. She also spent an entire summer as a Counselor in Training for YMCA Day Camp. Caitlyn has planned and led other teens in service- learning and civic engagement projects, including helping to design the South City Skate Park. Not only has she given to the YMCA, the YMCA continues to give back to her. She has made service-learning trips to Trinidad and Belize over the past two years.

About the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA

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Facility
Six-Lane Indoor Pool
Full-Size Gymnasium
Indoor Track
Fitness Center – Strength training equipment, Cardiovascular equipment, Cardio televisions
Free Weight Center

Four Rivers Classes & Events

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Visit our:: Youth Sports Page
Youth Fitness Page
Fitness Page
Aquatics Page

Schedules for the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA

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Current Schedules

Join the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA

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Belonging to the YMCA will strengthen much more than your body. As you build relationships and relieve stress, your spirit will soar. The time you spend at the Y with your family will create bonds to last a lifetime. And when you volunteer your time at the YMCA, the whole community benefits.

Every Kid's a Y Kid!

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Rae's story
Rae joined the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA to get in shape and better her health. “Since my doctor recommended that I do exercise for my arthritis as well as for controlling my weight, I have been ‘doing’ the Y thing,” she says. “My weight is down and my energy level is through the roof. Thank you for your help!”

Volunteer and Make a Difference

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Weekend Service Center Volunteers Needed. Please ask for a volunteer application at the YMCA. As a YMCA volunteer, you can lead a program, serve as a role model for young people, help out in the office or at a special event, raise money, or be part of a group or committee working on a neighborhood problem. No matter how you help, you'll make a big difference as you work with others to create a feeling of connectedness in your community. Do something good. Volunteer at the YMCA.

Y Personal Fitness Program

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Work with a YPF coach to help map a flexible fitness program that works for you.

YPF is...

FREE to full members
12 weeks, structured, and personalized

YPF 12 week schedule

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You will set up an initial appointment at the Service Center. You will be assigned a personal fitness coach and will meet with your coach four times over the course of the program.
Your first appointment will be a time for you to get to know and develop a relationship with your coach, identify your fitness goals, identify any barriers to reaching your fitness goals, discuss your present fitness level and have an orientation to the cardiovascular equipment.

Day camp

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NewRegister early from YMCA Summer Day Camp and Save

Don’t miss out on the summer fun at the YMCA. Join us for our camp open houses at the YMCA on January 19 or February 16 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Meet the Camp Director and learn about the great activities planned this summer at the YMCA. All who register will save $20 on the camp registration fee.

Day camp's dedicated Staff

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Our camp staff are the people who make the experience happen. They are selected on the basis of values, maturity, skills, enthusiasm and love of children. Senior counselors have a college background and previous experience working with children. Each member of our camp staff is certified in CPR and first aid.

12 week Schedule

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Visit the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA service center for details about our 12 week Y Personal Fitness Program. Get on your way to a healthier happier YOU for summer. YPF is the anwser.

YPF 12 week schedule

12 week Schedule

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Visit the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA service center for details about our 12 week Y Personal Fitness Program. Get on your way to a healthier happier YOU for summer. YPF is the anwser.

YPF 12 week schedule

Getting to know our YPF coaches

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Cara has worked at the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA for a year and a half. She has enjoyed the YMCA as a member since 1998.
In her time at the Y, Cara has seen the addition of many great programs... but none as exciting as YPF! It is a great program for people who have struggled with consistency in their exercise program. For Cara it means the chance to meet new members and help them make a positive change in their lives. She is looking forward to meeting you!

Golf Tournament Details

Wed, 10 May 2006 12:32:50 -0500

Tournament Details:

3 person scramble
$125 per person ($77.50)
18 holes of golf with cart
Lunch - 11:00am
Shotgun start - 11:30am

Nutrition Information

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Four Rivers Nutrition & Wellness Information

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Four Rivers Recipes

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Chicken Ceaser Sandwich

Spinach and Artichoke Pizza

Garden Potato Salad

Artichoke-Tomato Pizza

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By using refrigerated pizza dough, you can get dinner on the table in a flash.

Serves 6

Ingredients:

Vegetable oil spray
1 refrigerated pizza crust in tube can
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese or fat-free mozzarella-flavor soy cheese, shredded

Behavioral Changes to promote success

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Explanation of Behavioral Change Strategies

Behavior modification can be used to help a person develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Among its principles are self-monitoring, stimulus control, use of rewards, stress management, cognitive-behavioral strategies, problem solving, relapse prevention approaches, and social support.

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches

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¼ cup lemon juice 8 (1/2-inch thick) slices French bread
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, halved
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Butter-flavored vegetable cooking spray
2 teaspoons low-sodium Worcestershire sauce 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce

Spinich and Artichoke Pizza

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By using refrigerated pizza dough, you can get dinner on the table in a flash.

Serves 6

Ingredients:

Vegetable oil spray
1 refrigerated pizza crust in tube can
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese or fat-free mozzarella-flavor soy cheese, shredded

Garden Potato Salad

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3 lbs. Potatoes (6 large)
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced green onions
2 T. chopped parsley
1 cup lowfat cottage cheese or 3/4 cup nonfat yogurt mixed with 1/4 cup reduced calorie mayonnaise
3/4 c. skim milk

GAZPACHO

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Serves: 6

The base:

14- to 16-ounce can diced or stewed tomatoes, undrained

2/3 large cucumber,peeled and cut into chunks

2/3 large green or red bell pepper, cut into chunks

2 bunches scallions, cut into several pieces

GAZPACHO

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2 cups tomato juice, preferably freshly juiced
1/2 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 tsp. onion, minced
1 tbsp. fresh parsley leaves, minced
1 small garlic clove, minced

GAZPACHO

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Healthy Tips

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Top 10 Ways to Control Portions

Ask anyone who has achieved long-term weight loss how they did it and they're sure to mention portion control. In fact, it can make or break your weight loss efforts.

Acorn squash soup

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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 acorn squash\cooked, cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed

4 cups vegetable stock

1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Stew

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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours
Serves: 8

Ingredients

1-1/2 lbs. lowfat turkey kielbasa, cut into 1 inch pieces

2 lbs. sauerkraut, rinsed and drained

3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut crosswise into rings

Race Information

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Spirit of St. Louis Half Marathon: Joining this training program does not automatically enter you in the event.
That is separate from this YMCA program.

Date: April 15, 2007
Time: 7:00 am
Location: Downtown St. Louis

Kid's Safety Questions...

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We asked some kids from Imagination Station kids
questions on safety. Here is what they said...

• What should you always wear when riding your bike?
Helmet and knee pads! - Leah

School Safety

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 11:33:01 -0500

10 Tips on making smart choices to help keep our kids safe during this school year.

Children should:

1) Walk to and from school in groups.

2) Never accept a ride without first getting permission from parents.

Pack my lunch

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Approach the lunchbox as a chance to help kids learn to make smart food choices. Involve them in the planning, says Roberta Duyff, registered dietitian and author of the American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide.

6 months to a new you!

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Ages 13 and up.

Build confidence and knowledge as you team up with a fitness instructor who will lead you through six phases of strength training. Learn how to manipulate set and repetition combinations to focus on muscular endurance, strength and building lean muscle tissue. You will learn new exercises every four weeks to keep your body and mind challenged. This program is excellent for those with or without previous strength training experience and highly recommended for YPF graduates. Sign up with a fitness instructor for your first appointment today.

Fitness

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Punk Rope

Come and play with us! Punk Rope is a song-based interval workout incorporating jump rope and fun recess type games to get you moving and laughing while enhancing cardiovascular capacity, building bone density and lean muscle tissue! No skill necessary - just come ready to have fun and smile while doing everything from playing “James Bond” for a few minutes to pretending to be an NFL quarterback!

Instructor Tara (55 min., 20:1)
Thur, 7:15 p.m. #10330-01

Class fee $13
Program members $10
Full members pay $7

Aquatics

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Get ready for Swim Team Leagues

Dive into one of our stroke clinics or competitive swim classes starting April 13 at the YMCA.

Ages 4- 19. All swimmers will need a swim evaluation
for swim group placement. Contact Anne for details.

Preschool and Youth Swimming Lessons

Get ready for summer fun with swim lessons at the YMCA
this spring. There is a class for all ages and swim abilities.

Creative Movement Swim: Ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Program includes fun and challenging activities designed for children with developmental disabilities and their parents. Activities help participants build coordination, balance, flexibility, strength, muscle control, spatial awareness and focus through a series of progressive classes. Children will learn skills to help meet mental and physical challenges. (45 min., 10:1)

Youth Fitness

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Punk Rope: Kids love Punk Rope! Jump Rope intervals combined with relay races, playground games and core strengthening activities for 30 fast and furious minutes of serious fun! Check out what all the fuss is about!; Where fun, fantasy and fitness collide with rock and roll.; Monday, 11:15—11:45 a.m.
Tuesday, 4:30—5:00 p.m.; Class Fee $13
Full Members $7

Beginner Cheerleading: Ages 7-10. This beginning program includes athletic dance, cheers and jumps. No additional equipment is required. Program runs five weeks starting the second week of the session. (45 min., 10:1)

Trish Mitchell

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Certifications:: YMCA Certified Personal Trainer
YMCA Certified Exercise Instructor
Certified Free Motion Trainer
Certified Cycling Instructor
Active Older Adults Training

Kym Blankenship

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Certifications:: YMCA Certified Personal Trainer
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
AFAA Certified Step Aerobics Instructor

Meet our trainers:

Paul VanLaere

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Certifications:: Degree in Exercise Science
YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Principles
YMCA Certified Personal Trainer

Meet our trainers:

Trish Mitchell

Personal Training

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Personal Training

A fitness trainer will work one-on-one with you to develop a customized fitness program. We will motivate you to reach your fitness goals. Program combines strength training, cardiovascular, and flexibility exercises.

Youth Sports

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Dates to Remember
YMCA Fall Basketball: Season Runs: October 31—December 12
Registration Deadline: October 8; A $20 non-refundable late fee will be assessed on all registrations received after the registration deadline. Registration may be suspended at anytime.; Coaches Meeting: October 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Parents Meeting: October 29 at 6:30 p.m.
YMCA Fall Soccer

Day Camp Schedule

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A Typical Day at Camp includes
Fun Outdoor Activities

6:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Before care.
Scheduled activities while campers arrive.
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Camp starts.

YMCA Personal Fitness Coach

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The YMCA Personal Fitness (YPF) program is a structured 12-week program designed to help members who are new to exercise, returning after a lengthy absence, unable to establish an exercise routine, or coming back from an injury or illness. You will meet with a personal fitness coach four times over a 12-week period. Your coach will monitor your progress and provide feedback on a weekly basis. Individual exercise sessions are done at your convenience and YPF coaches are available in the fitness center to answer questions and help. FREE to full members.

Patti

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:37:04 -0500

It is an honor to be a YPF coach. My clients have been such an inspiration to me! Their hard work and dedication to exercise, even through tough times and circumstances, just proves that anything is possible if you are willing to work at it. Just seeing them living healthier lifestyles now and knowing I played a small part in it is so rewarding.

Nina

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:43:28 -0500

Nina says the Y has been a positive influence for her physical well being, but also a wonderful environment in which to meet new people. She joined the staff in 2006 as a YPF coach. She is passionate about health and exercise and enjoys helping members improves their lifestyles.

Jeannine

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Jeannine has always enjoyed walking and hiking. She works in the fitness center during the early morning hours, helping our early birds stay fit and motivated. Jeannine enjoys meeting new people and helping others discover enjoyable ways to stay active and healthy.

SACC

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:21:04 -0500

Open registration for the 2008/2009 school year starts May 5.

NEW! This year camp payment will be taken by EFT monthly.

The last day to register for the first week of school, will be August 8. Come by the YMCA to pick up a packet and register.

Volleyball

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:28:24 -0500

Dates to Remember
YMCA Spring Volleyball: Season Runs: March to May; Class fee $75
Program members $55
Full members $40; Fee includes a $10 non-refundable registration fee.

Youth Sports Page

Baseball

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Rookies and Winners Baseball

From Age 4 to Grade 4

Class fee $77
Program members $57
Full members $42

Season Runs May to July

Youth Sports Page

Soccer

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:37:23 -0500

Dates to Remember
YMCA Spring Soccer: Season Runs: March to May; Class fee $80
Program members $60
Full members pay only $45

Fee includes a $10 non-refundable registration fee.

Youth Sports Page

Football

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:40:13 -0500

Flag Football

Grades 1 - 4

Class Fee: $77
Program Members $57
Full Members $42

Fall season begin in August

SENIOR LUNCHEON

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:10:59 -0600

Join us for friends and fun at our monthly luncheon for seniors. A wonderful pot luck lunch is served on the third Monday of every month at the YMCA. Bring your favorite dish to share. Bingo to follow.

Birthday Parties at the Y

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We have many fun options for your child’s next birthday party! Call Mary at ext. 231 for details.
Y Party
Ages 6 and up. Choose a fun activity in the gym or swimming pool. After that there’s time set aside in our party room for your own celebration.

Punk Rope for Kids

Wed, 13 May 2009 11:56:55 -0500

Kids love Punk Rope! Jump Rope intervals combined with relay races, playground games and core strengthening activities for 30 fast and
furious minutes of serious fun! Check out what all the fuss is about!

Step 2

Wed, 13 May 2009 12:26:27 -0500

Looking to keep your workout going over the summer? Try our Step 2 class and make sure all your hard work
doesn’t go to waste. Sixty minutes of cardiovascular exercise will keep your heart strong while fun step combos condition your muscles and heighten coordination. Come join the fun!

New! YMCA Corporate Wellness Program

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:11:44 -0500

A commitment to employee health reaps benefits not only for your employees but also your company or organization in terms of increased productivity and decreased sick days and health insurance costs. The YMCA of Greater St. Louis has a 150-year history of partnering with local companies so that employees have increased opportunity to find support and motivation for healthy lifestyle changes. You can bring benefits like health assessments, free trial memberships and cost savings to your employees, all through the YMCA's new streamlined Corporate Wellness program. There's nothing for you to lose, and so much to gain.

Attention Early Birds

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:59:04 -0500

For all the early birds, start your fall mornings off with a blast!

Monday Zumba at 5:15 a.m.
Nothing like a party to get the week off to a good start. (45 mins.) #10104-03

Tuesday Boot Camp at 5:15 a.m.
Get the strength training done first thing—the rest of the day will be a piece of cake! (60 mins.) #10312-01

Wednesday Cycling at 5:30 a.m. (small fee applies)
Your second aerobic blast of the week! Feel good all day knowing you did your heart a favor. (45 mins.) #10314-10

Thursday Boot Camp at 5:15 a.m.
So you didn’t get enough on Tuesday, eh? Two strength workouts a week are great for your body and overall health. #10312-02

Zumba Classes at the YMCA

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:11:52 -0600

The Four Rivers Area Family YMCA is now offering Zumba classes five days a week. The Zumba program fuses Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow dance moves. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.

Optimize your Wellness Goals with Personal Training

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:16:36 -0600

Optimize your time, energy and exercise with a YMCA certified personal trainer. Our trainers will design a comprehensive personal program to help you achieve your wellness goals. With support and expertise, our trainers will help you keep moving toward your success, while maintaining a positive genuine concern for your exercise progress. By changing your exercise workout, your personal training program remains fresh, new, challenging, and keeps your interest!

Quit Smoking for Life

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:17:37 -0600

Sign up for the Freedom From Smoking program. Learn how to overcome your tobacco addiction so you can start enjoying the benefits of better health. Classes are fun, interactive, in a small group setting. A participant workbook and other informative materials are provided.

Monday at 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, or
Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Instructed by Nurse Practitioner, Jen Schmidt, RN MSN NP-C
Held at the YMCAM, MP Room B
Class fee $39 for seven weeks. Free to YMCA members.

Marathon Training!

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:18:15 -0600

The whole 26.2 miles. Training coincides with the Chicago marathon in October and starts the week of June 1 with Melissa Brown. This does not register you for the Chicago-registration for that is open and anyone interested should sign up now before it fills-which usually takes about 3 weeks.

Four Rivers Camp Brochure 2010

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Four Rivers Youth Sports Registration Form

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Four Rivers Specialty Camp Registration Form 2010

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Four Rivers Camp Registration Form 2010

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YMCA Day Camp

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:34:19 -0600

Held primarily outdoors at the YMCA, campers get to do games, crafts and adventures with both active and quiet play all designed around weekly themes. We beat the heat with water activities and pool time. Plus, we take exciting field trips! Campers bring a snack, water, lunch and drink, and sunscreen each day.

Healthy Kids Day is April 17

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:42:49 -0600

Join us for Healthy Kids Day... a celebration of kids health in spirit, mind and body. The morning kicks-off with a 1/2 mile family walk at 9:00 a.m. with great activities to follow.

9:15 -9:45 a.m. Circuit Kids with Elaine
10:00-10:30 a.m. Zumbatomic with Michelle and Trish
10:45-11:15 a.m. Punk Rope with Tara or Michelle