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YMCA of Saratoga We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities. Winter 2008 Session January 7 - March 1 Full Member Registration begins December 11 Program Member Registration begins December 18 No registered classes week of February 18 - 23 Full members may register on-line: www.ymcasaratoga.org The YMCA of Saratoga Mission Statement 2008-2009 Registration Current Preschool Participants, siblings, or siblings of alumnae: Wednesday, January 16 The mission of the 8:30 am-1:00 pm YMCA of Saratoga is to put In-person registration only. Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build Open House: healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Wednesday, February 6 7:00 pm-8:00 pm The YMCA welcomes men, women and children of all ages, New Registrants: incomes, abilities, races and religions. Wednesday, February 13 8:30 am-3:00 pm The YMCA of Saratoga is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt, charitable organization. Pg 2 - YMCA Winter Program Guide Membership Rates Full Pay E-Z Pay Monthly Improvement Fee West Avenue & Wilton Facilities: Program $100.00 N/A N/A Youth $156.00 $13.00 N/A Teen $180.00 $15.00 N/A College $264.00 $22.00 N/A Senior $384.00 $32.00 $50.00 Adult $492.00 $41.00 $50.00 Family $792.00 $66.00 $50.00 Corinth & Malta Facilities Only: Youth $120.00 $10.00 N/A Adult $324.00 $27.00 N/A Family $504.00 $42.00 N/A Youth: Ages 13 and under; Teen: Ages 14-17; College: Student ages 18-23, college ID and proof of full-time student status required; Senior: Ages 60 and up; Adult: Ages 18-59; Family: 2 adults and all children under 18, (college students under 23), living in the same household. Program Membership: Any person without a full membership must pay an annual program membership fee of $100. If you upgrade to a full membership within three months of paying the program fee, the $100 will be applied towards the full facility improvement fee. Included with your YMCA Membership: Use of selectorized, strength training and cardiovascular fitness equipment, steam and sauna rooms, whirlpool, free weights, gymnasium, year-round indoor running track and swimming pool, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, many group fitness programs, fitness assessment and follow-up. Program Change Fee: Any member who wishes to change classes, for any reason after they have already registered, will be required to pay a $10.00 service fee. This charge is per person, per program. Program Cancellation Policy: The YMCA of Saratoga reserves the right to cancel, without notice, any program due to low enrollment. Fees will be credited/refunded. Refund Policy: The YMCA of Saratoga will refund your membership/program fee within three (3) days of purchase. After three (3) days, credit will be issued. Membership Scan Card: Scan cards are issued to all full members and must be scanned upon entry to any YMCA facilities. Replacement cost is $2.00. Members who do not bring their scan card may not be permitted to use the facility. Guest/Daily Passes: Every full year membership is allowed two (2) complimentary guest passes per year, to use at their discretion. Passes for guests or program mem- bers are available at the rate of $10.00 per day for adults, $5.00 per day for youths/teens under 18 years of age and $16.00 per day for a family. Passes may be restricted during busy periods. Lockers/Valuables: Lockers may be secured by members, using their own lock, while they are in the building. Locks must be removed when leaving the building each day. The YMCA is not responsible for valuables left unattended. Mini lockers are available. Please ask for a free token at the front desk. Supervision: For everyone's safety, children under the age of 10 cannot be left unattended in any area of the YMCA. Children under the age of 11 are not permitted in the Fitness Center unless part of a supervised YMCA program. After completing a Fitness Certification class, youth ages 11 through 13 are allowed to use the Fitness Center between the hours of 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm weekdays and 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekends. YMCA Babysitting: Enjoy a workout or take a class while we watch your child. Service is provided for YMCA members while they enjoy visiting any of our branches. Children ages 8 weeks and up are permitted to use the babysitting service. Fees are $2/hour/child and reservations are required. Health Screening: If you have been away from the YMCA due to illness or injury, you will be required to bring a Physicians note stating your ability to participate in an exercise program. YMCA of Saratoga Liability Policy: Each person, as a member or visitor, is solely responsible for any personal injuries or losses sustatined while on any YMCA property, or during any YMCA sponsored activities. Fitness Assessments/Follow-up: Our trained fitness professionals will help you complete a comprehensive health screening questionnaire and fitness assessment. The purpose of the Fitness Testing Program is to evaluate and develop your individual cardio-respiratory fitness, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength and en- durance. The initial appointment fee is $10. Call 583-9622, ext 216, to schedule an appointment. Please do not eat, drink or exercise four hours prior to testing. Contributions: The YMCA is a 501 (c)(3) charitable, non-profit organization which relies on community support and donations to provide financial assistance for those in need and to establish or improve YMCA facilities. Gifts to the YMCA are always welcomed. Financial Assistance: It is the policy of the YMCA of Saratoga not to deny anyone the use of our facilities or programs due to the inability to pay. Through the generos- ity of community support and sustaining members, assistance is available for YMCA membership fees for any qualifying individual or family who cannot afford to par- ticipate. Applications are available at the front desk of any YMCA of Saratoga location. Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 3 Cyber Kidz CHILD CARE An After School Enrichment Program designed for children entering grades 5 through 7. Children are bused from school to the YMCA at Malta Child Care West Avenue for a safe and fun afternoon of games, swimming, com- Located just off Northway Exit 12 in the Malta Commons Business puters and homework help. For information call Patti at 583-9622 Park, this year round program is open Monday through Friday, x110. 6:30am to 6:00pm daily. This developmental program fits the needs of the children according to their ages and individual progress. It Before and After-School Enrichment Program (B.A.S.E.) uses a thematic approach to reading readiness, language, math, This is a safe, fun and reliable before and after school program for science, art, music, social studies, multi-cultural activities, health & children in kindergarten through 5th grade. NY State licensed, this nutrition, fitness, and social-emotional growth for children ages 6 program provides your child with indoor and outdoor play, arts and weeks through 5 years old. Tuition includes: meals (breakfast, lunch crafts, group games and homework assistance at various locations. It and snack), swim time for 4 & 5 year olds, and a Pre-School curricu- also provides you, the working parent, with a sense of comfort and lum to prepare children for Kindergarten. Formula and jar food is security. Your child may also participate in our recreational swim- provided for infants. For more information or to schedule a tour, call ming program at least once a week. The Before-School Program Wendy at 899-5829. begins at 7am, the After-School Program ends at 6pm. For more in- formation, call Paige at 583-9622 x116 or Patti at x110. Pre-School Program This is a school year/school schedule program. Our caring, qualified Sites: teachers provide your 2 to 5 year-old a developmental curriculum YMCA West Avenue Branch /am&pm that fits their needs according to their age and individual progress. Lake Ave Elementary School/am&pm Classroom learning is complemented by field trips, class visitors and Dorothy Nolan Elementary School/ am&pm other special events. Our goal: a happy well-adjusted child who Greenfield Elementary School/am learns through play. Our Pre-School classes are held at the West Corinth Elementary School/pm Avenue and Wilton Branches and at the Wesley Health Care Center. Our Wesley Intergenerational Pre-School program includes interac- Fun Club tion between the pre-school students and the Wesley residents during B.A.S.E. participants are eligible for this full-day program on sched- regular Pre-School Activities. For more information on any of our uled school holidays and school closings. We provide a stimulating Pre-School programs, call Colleen at 583-9622 x114. and fun environment consisting of, pool activities and gym games to keep your child happy. The program runs from 7 am to 6 pm at our For information about the Universal Pre-K Program, please call the West Avenue facility only. Your child should bring a towel, swimsuit Saratoga Springs School District. and lunch each day. Reservations are needed a minimum of 5 days in advance. For more info, call Paige at 583-9622 x116. Pg 4 - YMCA Winter Program Guide program is held on Monday from 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm for beginners YOUTH PROGRAMS and 4:45 pm - 5:30 pm for intermediates. Space is limited. Celebrations & Parties Wilton Branch Let us organize your celebration! Parties at the West Avenue Branch include games, music and party time, then it's off to the pool for Twinkle Toes Ballet swimming. For more information call Patti at 583-9622 x110. Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet For ages 4 to 6 years old. Our children's program is designed to de- Parties at the Wilton Branch include an hour of gymnastics with velop motor coordination, to increase spatial and rhythmic aware- structured fun, open gym time and games and then one hour of party ness, and to provide a positive learning experience. Work is time. For more information call Kim at 587-3000 x230. presented in an imaginative and age-appropriate manner. By the completion of Ballet I, children will have been introduced to ballet Family Karate steps, terminology and the basics of dance. The program is taught by Certified first degree black belt Goju Karate instructor designs a instructors from the Saratoga City Ballet School. family karate class for children and adults of all ability levels, West Avenue Branch interests and ages. Corinth Branch Youth Fitness Certification Course This two day certification course will allow youth ages 10 through FUN-tastic Family Night 13 to use the Fitness Center between the hours of 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Come join us at the West Avenue Branch each Saturdayfrom 4pm - & 7:30 pm to close weekdays. The course will cover gym etiquette, 6pm for some great fun activities for the whole family. each week nutritional guidelines, basic anatomy, physiology and strength & en- will have a different theme: family basketball, family soccer, family durance training. Upon completion, members will receive a certifi- aerobics, family olympics, karaoke night or movie night. cate and wristband to be worn when using the Fitness Center. This course is offered at the West Avenue Branch. The ages and times for Little Einstein Tutoring utilizing the Fitness area will vary at the individual branches. Free tutoring for children K-5th grade. Need a little help with home- work, a school project or a subject your child is having a problem Youth For Fitness with? Then drop in and get that help from our tutors. Thursdays 3:30 A group fitness class for ages 8-10 with activities to shape up, bal- pm - 5:30 pm at the West Avenue Branch. No fee. ance and keep your child interested in getting in shape and having fun all at the same time. The class is instructed by a YMCA Strength Micro Soccer Trainer experienced in all levels and ages. For boys & girls ages 4-6. No tryouts, each player plays at least half West Avenue Branch the game. Emphasis is on participation NOT on winning, FUNda- Wilton Branch mentals are stressed. Micro Soccer is played indoors with 5 players per team on the field. Players rotate so they get a chance to learn how to play all positions. Space is limited. TEEN PROGRAMS West Avenue Branch Leader's Club YMCA of Saratoga Leaders Club is a wonderful way to develop Play and Splash leadership skills and have a great time with other teens in the com- The "play" starts in the gym for children, walking to 3 years. Songs, munity. Y Leaders help with YMCA of Saratoga programs like tu- finger play and body movements are a part of "Circle Time". Free toring, children's programs, youth sports, as well as various play time follows, then it's off to the pool where parents and children community projects. Teens also have a lot of input on the direction "splash" together. (If children aren't trained, they must wear a swim the YMCA of Saratoga teen programs operate. Leaders Club meets at diaper & rubber pants.) the West Avenue Branch every Thursday, 6-7 pm, during the school West Avenue Branch year. For ages 12-18. Pretty Little Princess Saturday Night Klub Do you have a Pretty Little Princess at home? Come join us every Three hours of fun and games every Saturday night, 7:00 pm - 10:00 Saturday morning as we make tiaras, wands, crowns, jewelry and pm, at the YMCA West Avenue Branch. Play basketball, dodgeball, jewelry boxes. At the end of the session, all our Pretty Little flag football, swim, run or walk on our indoor track, workout in our Princesses will dress to impress as they gather with their families and fitness area, use the computers in the cyber café, or just hang out in friends for an English Tea Party. the game room. This program is for 5th grade and up. For more in- West Avenue Branch formation call Mike at 583-9622 x109. Roc-N-Tots Teen Center Shake, rattle and roll with favorite songs and new tunes! Roc-N-Tots The Teen Center is located on the second floor of the West Avenue offers an introduction to movement and music for growing minds Branch and is open for teens weekdays after school, from 3 pm – and bodies for ages 18 months through 3 years. A fun mix of circle 8:30 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11am - 6 pm. The center provides songs, free dance, marching and imagination which your child will pool, ping-pong, and foosball, as well as a stereo and our new Cats talk about all week! Eye Game Bikes. Teens are given an opportunity to get involved West Avenue Branch with committee work, volunteer programs, fundraisers, club organi- zations and various workshops. Small Shots Basketball Boys and girls ages 5-9 years old learn the fundamentals of basket- ball; dribbling, passing and shooting, while having a great time. The Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 5 Tutoring Advanced Tumbling The YMCA, in conjunction with Skidmore College students, will be Improve your tumbling skills with the use of the trampoline and offering free tutoring for 5th through 12th graders at the West Av- spring floor. A great class for competitive gymnasts, former gym- enue Branch every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. So, if your nasts and cheerleaders with advanced tumbling skills. Must be able child needs some help with school, just drop in and check it out. to do a round off with 2 back handsprings and a front handspring. Youth and Government Pre-School Gymnastics You are invited to join a fun and interesting program to learn about For children 4-5 years old, this longer program develops your child's local and state government, develop your leadership talents. Youth loco-motor skills while introducing some basic Level I gymnastic and Government is a hands on experience where you may voice your skills. opinions through writing bills, debating topics you choose and being part of the democratic process. The format of the program includes Advanced Pre-School Gymnastics bi-monthly club meetings at the YMCA of Saratoga's West Avenue For children who have already completed a year of pre-school gym- Branch, guest speakers and a trip to the State Capital in Albany. nastics class and are ready for more advanced instruction. Instructor For more information call Mike at 583-9622/x109. approval required before signing up. Open Pre-School Gymnastics GYMNASTIC PROGRAMS Parents, bring your tykes to the Wilton Branch for interactive free Gymnastics Attire: For safety, girls wear a leotard. Shorts over the time on the gymnastics area equipment. Parents must directly super- leotard are optional, but must be removed for some events. Boys vise their children. Parents and tots must remove shoes before going wear shorts and t-shirt. One set of stud earrings may be worn, no on equipment. other jewelry permitted. Long hair must be pulled back. School Age Gymnastics Tiny Tumblers I For children 5 and older, this program teaches all levels of gymnastic For children 2-3 years old, this program emphasizes flexibility, skills in proper progression while developing strength, flexibility, en- agility and coordination as a progression towards instructional gym- durance and balance. Register your child according to the following nastics. Parent participation is required. skill levels: Level I- No prerequisites necessary. Great for beginners. Tiny Tumblers II Level II- Prerequisite - proficiency in cartwheels, bridges and hand- For children 3-4 years old, this program further develops physical stands. coordination. Parent participation encouraged. Level III & Up- Prerequisite - proficiency in walkovers and hand- springs. Boys Gymnastics- Learn the basics using men's equipment. Pg 6 - YMCA Winter Program Guide low and deep ends of the pool. No swimming skills required. Private Gymnastics Lessons Take your gymnastics to a new level with a personal one-on-one Lap and Recreational Swims: See schedule for days and times. gymnastics lesson with one of our trained professionals. For further information contact Kim Hewitt at 587-3000 x230. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Earn American Red Cross Certification. Books and supplies are in- cluded in price. Call Ilene at 583-9622 x 103 for more information. YMCA SWIM LESSONS INFANT SWIM LESSONS Red Cross Lifeguarding Parent-Child I Includes First Aid and CPRFPR certifications. Books and supplies For children 6-23 months. Parents accompany child in the pool. are included in price. Call Ilene at 583-9622 x103 for information. Parent-Child II For children 24-36 months. Parents accompany child in the pool. Aquatic After Therapy Program An aquatic exercise class for individuals who have completed physi- YMCA PRE-SCHOOL SWIM LESSONS cal therapy and now want to move on to a low impact total body con- (For children 3-5 years old.) ditioning program. It combines aerobic, stretching and strengthening Pike - For beginners who will go in the pool without a parent. exercise that of fers both comfort and challenge to participants of all Eels - For children who can float on front and back and go under fitness levels. Physician's consent is required. water willingly. Taught by Sharon Cudahy, AEA. Rays - For children who can float on front and back without flotation and perform front paddle stroke with rhythmic breathing. Starfish - Children will refine front crawl, backstroke and elementary YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAMS backstroke. Teenie Tennis Tots For children 4-5 years old, this modified program is an ideal devel- YMCA YOUTH SWIM LESSONS opmental tool for your aspiring tennis player. (For children 6 and older.) Polliwog - Aces For children with little or no previous swimming experience. For children 6-7 years old, this program builds fun into learning ten- Guppy - For children who can float on front and back without flota- nis. Skills learned are tied to abilities and interest. A great spring- tion and can front paddle stroke with rhythmic breathing. board for the maturing tennis player. Minnow - For children who can swim front crawl with rotary breath- ing and back crawl. Smashers Fish - For children 8-12 years old, this program introduces a more serious For children who can swim front and back crawl 50 yards each. tennis environment and a deeper understanding of the game. With a Flying Fish - For children who can swim front crawl, back crawl, focus on drills, instruction is based on your player's level of ability breast stroke and elementary back stroke 50 yards each. and knowledge. Sharks - For children who can swim fly, back, breast & crawl 50 yards each. Rallys For children 12-17 years old, appropriate skills are taught with em- ADULT AQUATICS phasis on each child reaching his/her potential. Players are assessed Adult Swim Instruction by ability, size & age and grouped accordingly. We offer a positive For adults who wish to improve their stroke. Swimmers of all skill atmosphere & opportunity for improvement. levels welcome, including triathletes. Bring goggles and swim cap. For more information call Ilene at 583-9622 x103. ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS Adult "Conquer Your Fear" (18 yrs old and up) Conquer your fear of water and learn to swim! Bring goggles & Adult Beginner Tennis swim cap. An introduction to the fundamentals, including stroke mechanics, scoring, court strategy and etiquette. This 90 minute program pro- Scuba vides a sound framework for developing your game. For experienced swimmers who wish to earn National YMCA certifi- cation, this course consists of 90 minutes classroom and 90 minutes Adult Advanced Beginner of pool time. Runs 12 weeks. Call Ilene at 583-9622 x103 for infor- For the improving tennis player who isn't quite comfortable with all mation and additional required fees. their shots yet. This program targets players already introduced to the fundamentals but not ready for a more intense tennis environment. Aqua Jogging A fun deep water jogging class using flotation belts or noodles for Adult Intermediate Tennis support. It promotes great strengthening and cardiovascular benefits This program is geared towards the tennis player who is comfortable in a non-impact environment. No swimming skills required. with all their shots. The focus is on stroke placement and power. We also cover ancillary shots (approach shots, service returns, lobs, drop Aqua Aerobics shots, serve variations, half-volleys, etc.). This 90 minute program A great low impact, cardiovascular workou that includes body toning takes the beginner to the next level. exercise. A great way to get in shape while having fun in the water. Exercises may be incorporated into the routines from both the shal- Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 7 Adult Intermediate Tennis – Doubles Strategy Program focuses on doubles tactics, positioning and strategy. Balls, Bands, and more A fun exercise program utilizing a variety of training tools. Adult Round Robin Tennis Wilton Branch Fridays - Organized tennis with a round robin format. Matches Malta Branch arranged by staff for intermediate level players. Saturdays - Un- Corinth Branch staffed, open intermediate tennis. Call day of participation for reser- vations. Butts & Gutts Adult Tennis Leagues This class tones and shapes our valuable assets! 22 intermediate tennis leagues. Includes women, men, mixed, dou- Malta Branch bles and singles. Call Rolland at 587-3000, x206 for more details. Cardio Tennis Lessons A fusion of Hi/Lo impact aerobic dance moves. Private, semi-private and group lessons available for all ages and Malta Branch abilities by Tennis Director Rolland LeBlanc and pros Fred VanAl- styne, Linda Hosmer, John Robinson, Dave Robards, Al Kuhn, Tico Cardio Choice Vogt, Bill Brahler, Paul Arciero, Dan Blanchfield and Trish Roberts, A surprise cardio format each class. You will enjoy step, hi/lo, kick- Jean Francois LaRose and Curt Speerschneider. box, etc each week. Malta Branch Adult Drop-in Tennis Corinth Branch Enjoy the opportunity to test your skills against other tennis players. This program is geared towards participants interested in playing in a Cardio Fusion non-organized setting. Mon & Wed Intermediate Level. Tues & Burn calories and improve endurance with this hi/low aerobic exer- Thurs Beginner Level. cise. This class is for beginner to intermediate participants. 55 min- utes consists of warm-up, low to high intensity workout ending with a cool down and some sculpting and/or abs. ADULT GROUP EXERCISE PROGRAMS West Avenue Branch Drop-in adult health and wellness classes are open to members age Corinth Branch 14 and over. Unless otherwise specified, classes are free for members and $10.00 per day for programmembers. Health & Wellness sched- Cardio-Lite ules are available at the front desk. This class is specially designed for mature adults and beginners. The last 30 minutes is easy and limbering stretching. Cardio/Strength West Avenue Branch Abs Only End your day with this challenging, yet doable exercise class for all Chisel skill levels. This class is designed to completely train the core mus- An intense body sculpting class using weights, balls or bands. Focus cles using a variety of body positions and equipment. is on upper or lower body. West Avenue Branch Malta Branch Malta Branch Corinth Branch Cycle A great workout that is fun, effective and easy to learn. A customized Active Older Adults (AOA) stationary racing bike gives you a smooth workout for beginner or This class is perfect for any Active Older Adult or participants at any advanced. Learn how to incorporate the use of heart rate monitors to fitness level who are interested in getting or staying healthy. This get a safe and effective cardio vascular workout. Don't forget your class includes 30 minutes of low-impact aerobics and stretching. water & a towel! Sign up 30 minutes prior to class. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Malta Branch Malta Branch Corinth Branch Corinth Branch AOA Sculpt Express Cardio Low intensity, low impact full body toning and strengthening class. Anything goes in this class! It varies from week to week. Participants Malta Branch in this class will enjoy Hi/Lo, Step, Kickbox, Rebounding or Interval Training. AOA Walkfit West Avenue Branch Come and join us for 30 minutes of walking around the Y (weather Malta Branch permitting) and on the track; followed by 15 minutes of gentle stretching. Express Cycle West Avenue Branch An intense half-hour cycling class. West Avenue Branch Adult Gymnastics Malta Branch Improve your balance, flexibility, strength and skill level in a fun gymnastics class for adults of all experience. Learn tumbling, tram- Gravity Group poline, bars, balance beam, vaulting and more! Using the Gravity Training System, you will move through a high in- Wilton Branch tensity muscular strength & endurance routine for a full body work Pg 8 - YMCA Winter Program Guide out. Gravity Strength delivers a complete combination of strength for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and flexibility, in a time efficient, motivating atmosphere! Sign up 30 and a ball are offered for resistance; and a chair is used for seated minutes prior to class. and/or standing support. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Hi/Lo Aerobics Silver Sneakers® II This class combines dance and muscular choreography to give a car- Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscu- diovascular workout. lar endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body West Avenue Branch strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact choreography. A chair is of- Kickboxing fered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises. A freestyle kicking and punching workout sure to relieve stress and West Avenue Branch get your heart pumping. Malta Branch Step Corinth Branch A high energy cardio class using the step bench. Customize your in- tensity with additional risers, for new & experienced Steppers. Power Hour West Avenue Branch This class will focus on working 4 major muscle groups at a time. Wilton Branch West Avenue Branch Malta Branch Corinth Branch Power Pump Shaping and sculpting your body through light weight training. Turbo Kick Malta Branch A high-energy, fun cardio workout that combines basic kicks, Wilton Branch punches and other boxing moves with core strength work and stretching all set to great music. Beginners to experts can enjoy this Reduce Your Assets challenging workout that gives maximum calorie burn in 60 minutes. A toning and sculpting class with emphasis on major muscle groups West Avenue Branch of the lower body including abdominals, thighs, glutes and legs. For all levels. Walk Fit West Avenue Branch A walking class for all levels of fitness. Strollers welcome. Weather Corinth Branch Permitting. Malta Branch Silver Sneakers® I-Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises de- W.O.W. (Women on Weights) signed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity One hour class devoted to increasing strength, flexibility and bal Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 9 20/20/20 ance. Hand weights are used and many exercises are performed on A high intensity cardio and strength training class featuring work the resist-a-ball. Atmosphere is relaxed yet challenging. with weights, exercise bands, Wilton Branch step benches and more. Corinth Branch Wilton Branch Zen Sculpt A strength training class that focuses on toning the body utilizing Mind/Body Classes dumbbells & principles from yoga. YOGA West Avenue Branch All fitness levels are encouraged to explore yoga poses in order to decrease stress and increase flexibility. You will feel refreshed, re- Combo Classes stored and re-energized. Body Fusion West Avenue Branch A fun challenging class combining body sculpt with Yoga & Pilates. Wilton Branch Wilton Branch Malta Branch Corinth Branch Boot Camp This high intensity interval class uses your body, calisthenics, along Beginning Yoga with jump ropes, weights, and other equipment to bring your work- This class introduces students to a practice that integrates balance, out to the next level! stretching, strengthening and breath awareness. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Wilton Branch Wilton Branch Malta Branch Corinth Branch Express Yoga This half hour class is for those who are short on time, but in need of Cardio Intervals an effective workout. Come join us for meditation, breath work/ A cardio/sculpt class that combines all elements of training. pranayama, postures (asanas) and relaxation. All levels welcome! West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Corinth Branch Malta Branch Ride and Glide Intermediate Yoga Thirty minutes of cycle followed by thirty minutes of Gravity total This class covers more advanced yoga exercises for those who want body strengthening. a little bit more of a challenge than the beginning yoga class. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Sculpt-n-Stretch Yoga for Relaxation Come and join us for an hour of shaping our bodies and increasing Come unwind the day, relax and distress in this yoga class as we flexibility while promoting healthy bones. practice gentle, restorative asanas (poses), breath work and guided West Avenue Branch relaxation. West Avenue Branch Body Sculpt Come join us for a half-hour session of shaping and defining our Silver Sneakers® YogaStretch bodies while promoting healthy bones. After warming up, partici- YogaStretch will move your whole body through a complete series pants do 20 minutes of body sculpting followed by 10 minutes of of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely stretching. perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance West Avenue Branch and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final Wilton Branch relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Corinth Branch West Avenue Branch Sculpt Intermediate Mat Pilates Full body toning class designed to strengthen and sculpt your body. This class covers more advanced Pilates exercises for those who Malta Branch have built a foundation with our regular Pilates class. West Avenue Branch 20/20/20 AM This class is composed of 20 minutes each of various cardio formats Mat Pilates (hi/lo aerobics, kickbox, etc…) body sculpt and stretching. All fit- Pilates strengthen the muscles that support the spine (the neck, ness levels welcomed. shoulders, abs, hips and thighs) to bring balance into the body. Pi- West Avenue Branch lates was developed to help realign the spine to decrease tension, in 20/20/20 PM crease flexibility and strengthen the body from the inside out. This class is composed of 20 minutes each of step, hi/lo aerobics, Malta Branch body sculpt and stretching. All fitness levels welcome. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Pg 10 - YMCA Winter Program Guide Pilates Props and calisthenics workout using free-weights, bands, and balls. Bring Pilates exercises utilizing weights, balls and more to increase the in- a stroller with brakes. New moms need medical clearance from doc- tensity of your Pilates routine. tor. Malta Branch West Avenue Branch Pilates Abs Only Traditional Pilates exercises combined with modern abdominal floor Personal Services exercises. Giving you an excellent core workout. Massage Therapy Malta Branch A Licensed Massage Therapist will discuss your needs prior to the session, so they can tailor the perfect massage for you. Members Vibrational Walk only. All appointments must be scheduled at the fitness center desk; 15 minutes of Yoga, 20 minutes of silent walking meditation and 20 $45 for 60 minute session, $22.50 for 30 minute session. Hot Stone, minutes of meditation and relaxation. $65 for 75 minute session. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Aikido Nutrition Assessment A self-defense martial art developed to neutralize aggression and Nutrition counseling with a registered dietician to assist you in render an attack harmless without initiating an offensive attack "The reaching your goals through assessment of dietary intake and body way of harmonizing energy". measurements. A plan tailored to your individual needs and interests Wilton Branch will be provided. All requests and appointments must be scheduled at the fitness center desk. West Avenue Branch Dance Classes Ballroom Dance Personal Training This is a beginning level class. You will learn to do such dances as One-on-one training with a certified instructor who can assess your the Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, etc. Casual dress and no sneakers. Pre- current strength and flexibility levels and customize a program just registration Required. 7 week session. for you. For further information contact any branch. GR West Avenue Branch Adult Sports Belly Dance Recreational Volleyball This class focuses on contemporary belly dance in a fast aerobic Drop-in recreational volleyball. Half the gym for beginners and in- pace, while getting in touch with your sensual side. Feel confident in termediate and the other half for advanced players. Members free. your body and get ready to shake, shimmy and swirl. West Avenue Branch West Avenue Branch Adult Recreational Basketball Hip Hop Aerobics Members only. No fee for this program. Registration required. Forget about the clubs tonight! Come dance the calories away with West Avenue Branch us to high energy music of today and yesterday. Fun and easy to fol- low choreography will keep your heart pumping. Over 50 Basketball Malta Branch Call Mike at 583-9622, ext 109 for time and dates. West Avenue Branch Latin Dance This is a beginning level class. You will learn such dances as the Over 60 Basketball Rumba, Samba, Mambo and ChaCha. Casual dress and no sneakers. A low intensity session of fun for both men and women. Never Pre-registration Required. 7 week session. played before? Join us. We'll teach you the rules. Call Mike at 583- West Avenue Branch 9622, ext 109 for time and dates. West Avenue Branch Swing Dance This is a beginning level class. You will be taught the basic dance steps of swing and the hustle. There will be a review each week of the dance steps learned. Casual dress and no sneakers. Pre-registra- tion Required. 7 week session. West Avenue Branch Pre/Post Natal Classes Mommies-To-Be A low impact class that includes walking, stretching and toning to prepare the expectant mother for childbirth and postpartum recovery. Participants must bring a Physician's authorization to the first class. West Avenue Branch Stroller Aerobics Bring your babies and preschoolers for this fun, high-energy cardio Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 11 The YMCA of Saratoga Celebrates First Night Saratoga! Monday, December 31st 5:30 pm - Midnight Ceremonies start with a 5K run and end with a spectacular fireworks show at midnight. Admission buttons are $13 each and will be available starting December 1st. Children under the age of 5 are free. For information regarding registration for the 5K run, or button sales, contact Maureen Duda at 583-9622, x132, or log onto our website: www.ymcasaratoga.org. YMCA Activate America Session Dates The YMCA of Saratoga is an Activate America YMCA, which is an innovative public health initiative of Winter the YMCA movement that is making healthy living a reality for millions of Americans. This initiative is the YMCA's January 7, 2008 - March 1, 2008 response to America's growing obesity, chronic disease and health care crisis. This long-term initiative No program classes week of February 18-23, 2008 is especially geared toward health seekers, those who want to be active and healthy, but continuously stop and start the process. Spring I With a mission dedicated to health and wellness, March 3, 2008 - April 26, 2008 the YMCA of Saratoga is uniquely qualified and positioned to impact this crisis by promoting and supporting health- No program classes week of April 13-19, 2008 ier living for the members of our community through health and wellness programs geared towards individuals, Spring II children and families. April 28, 2008 - June 14, 2008 No classes Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2008 What if the YMCA of Saratoga had a penny No classes weeks of June 16 & June 23, 2008 for every time you searched the Internet or shopped online? Well, now we can! GoodSearch.com is a new search engine that donates Summer half its revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. You use it just as June 30,2008 - August 16, 2008 you would any search engine, and it's powered by Yahoo!, so you get great results. GoodShop.com is a new online No classes Friday, July 4, 2008 shopping mall which will also donate a percentage of each purchase to the charities its users designate. More than 100 great stores including The Gap, Best Buy Camp Dates and Barnes and Noble have teamed up with GoodSearch and every time you place an order, June 30, 2008 - August 29, 2008 you'll be supporting the YMCA of Saratoga. Just go to www.goodsearch.com and be sure to enter the YMCA of Saratoga as the charity you want to sup- port. And, be sure to spread the word! Pg 12 - YMCA Winter Program Guide YOUTH & FAMILY PROGRAMS (classes and times are subject to change) Course Location Day Time Cost Full Member/Program Member Celebrations & Parties West Avenue for more iinformation call Patti 583-9622, ext 110 Wilton for more information call Kim 587-3000, ext 230 Family Karate Corinth T/Th 4:30 pm-6:00 pm $25/$50 FUN-tastic Family Night West Avenue Sat 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm free/$7 per family Gymnastics Tiny Tumblers I (2-3 yrs) Wilton M/W/Th/Sat (max 12) 11:00 am - 11:30 am $20/$40 Wilton W (max 12) 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm $20/$40 Tiny Tumblers II (3-4 yrs) Wilton M/W/Th/Sat (max 12) 11:30 am-Noon $20/$40 Wilton W (max 12) 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm $20/$40 Open Pre-School Gymnastics Wilton M/W/F (max 14) Noon- 1:00 pm "full facility members only, please call ahead" Advanced Tumbling Wilton T 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm $29/$58 Pre-School Gymnastics (4-5 yrs) Wilton M/W 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm $25/$50 Wilton Th Noon-12:45 pm $25/$50 Wilton F 11:00 am - 11:45 am $25/$50 Wilton Sat 10:15 am -11:00 am $25/$50 Advanced Pre-School Gymnastics Wilton M 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm $25/$50 Wilton F 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm $25/$50 School-age Gymnastics Level I Wilton T (max 21) 6:00 pm-7:00 pm $35/$70 Wilton F (max 21) 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $35/$70 Wilton Sat (max 14) 9:00 am - 10:00 am $35/$70 Level II Wilton W (max 24) 6:30 pm-7:30 pm $35/$70 Wilton Th (max 24) 7:00 pm-8:00 pm $35/$70 Level III & Up Wilton W (max 24) 7:30 pm-8:30 pm $35/$70 Boys Wilton T 5:00 pm-6:00 pm $35-$70 Private Lessons Wilton for more information call Kim Hewitt 587-3000 x230 $30/$60 Leaders Club West Avenue Th/Sept-June 6:00 pm-7:00 pm Little Einstein Tutoring (grades K-5) West Avenue M/W 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Micro Soccer West Avenue Sat 9:30 am-10:30 am $30/$45 Play & Splash (walking-2 yrs) West Avenue Th 10:00 am-11:30am $31/$62 (2-3 yrs) West Avenue T 10:00 am-11:30am $31/$62 Pretty Little Princess (4-8 yrs) West Avenue Sat 11:00 am-Noon $25/$42 Roc-N-Tots (18-30 months) West Avenue W 10:00 am-10:30 am $20/$40 (2-3 yrs) West Avenue W 10:30 am-11:00 am $20/$40 Saturday Night Klub (Grade 5 and up)West Avenue Sat 7:00 pm-10:00 pm $4/$7 Small Shots Basketball (5-9 yrs) Beginner Wilton M (max 12) 4:00 pm-4:45 pm $20/$40 Intermediate Wilton M (max 12) 4:45 pm-5:30 pm $20/$40 Teen Center West Avenue M-F 3:00 pm-9:00 pm free/$5 West Avenue Sat Noon - 5:30 pm free/$5 West Avenue Sun Noon - 8:00 pm Tennis Teenie Tennis Tots (4-5 yrs) Wilton T (min 4/max 6) 4:30 pm-4:55 pm $25/$50 Wilton T (min 4/max 6) 5:00 pm-5:25 pm $25/$50 Aces (6-7 yrs) Wilton F (min 4/max 6) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $45/$90 Wilton F (min 4/max 6) 6:00 pm-6:45 pm $45/$90 Rallys (12-17 yrs) Wilton Sat (min 4/max 12) 10:30 am-11:30 am $55/$110 Smashers (8-9 yrs) Wilton W (min 4/max 6) 4:15 pm-5:00 pm $45/$90 (10-11 yrs) Wilton Th (min 4/max 6) 4:15 pm-5:00 pm $45/$90 (8-12 yrs) Wilton Sat (min 4/max 12) 11:30 am-12:15 pm $45/$90 Tutoring West Avenue M/T/W/Th Twinkle Toes Ballet West Avenue for more information call Mike 583-9622 $50/$85 Youth Fitness Certification West Avenue/Wilton for more information call Yonka 583-9622 or John Hart 587-3000 Youth Fun Fitness Wilton W/F 3:45 pm-4:30 pm free Youth & Government West Avenue for more information call Mike 583-9622 ext109 Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 13 TENNIS PROGRAMS (classes and times are subject to change) Course Location Day Time Cost Full Member/Program Member Adult Beginner Tennis Wilton T (min 4/max 6) 5:30 pm-7:00 pm $85/$170 Wilton Th (min 4/max 6) 12:30 pm-2:00 pm $85/$170 Adult Advanced Beginner Wilton Th (min 4/max 6) 12:30 pm-2:00 pm $85/$170 Adult Intermediate Tennis Wilton W (min 4/max 6) 10:30-Noon $85/$170 Wilton Th (min 4/max 12) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm $85/$170 Adult Intermediate Doubles Strategy Wilton T (min 4/max 4) 11:00 am - 12:30 pm $85/$170 Wilton T (min 4/max 4) 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm $85/$170 Wilton W (min 4/max 4) 10:30 am-noon $85/$170 Wilton Th (min 4/max 4) 12:30pm-2:00 pm $85/$170 Tennis Lessons (55 min) Wilton Daily call ahead $45/$45+$10 guest fee Adult Tennis Leagues Wilton Daily call Rolland 587-3000 x 206 for info Adult Round Robin Tennis Wilton Fri (max 16) 8:00 pm-10:00 pm $9/$18 Wilton Sat (max 16) 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $9/$18 Adult Drop-In Tennis Intermediate Wilton M 12:05 pm -1:25pm $7/$14 same day reservations required Beginner Wilton T 12:30 pm-1:55 pm $7/$14 Intermediate Wilton W 12:05 pm -1:25 pm $7/$14 same day reservations required Beginner Wilton Branch Th 12:30 pm-1:55 pm $7/$14 Court Fees (per hour) Tennis Wilton Daily 5:00 am-9:30 am $14/$14+$10 guest fee Wilton M-F 9:30 am-3:00 pm $26/$26+$10 guest fee Wilton M-F 3:00 pm-5:00 pm $14/$14+$10 guest fee Wilton M-F 5:00 pm-11:00 pm $30/$30+$10 guest fee Wilton Weekends/Holidays $26/$26+$10 guest fee Adult Tennis Programs are for ages 18 and up. The YMCA of Saratoga is a smoke-free facility and smoking is prohibited on the premises. No cameras or video recorders are allowed in the YMCA without permission from the Branch Director. Cell phone usage is not allowed in any locker room in accordance with the Video Voyeurism Prevention Act of 2004. Holiday Hours for all Branches of the YMCA of Saratoga: Cancellations/Delays Due to Snow or Ice: New Year's Day 6:00 am - 2:00 pm The YMCA of Saratoga takes pride in maintaining Easter Closed normal operations and class schedules during Memorial Day 6:00 am - 2:00 pm periods of inclement weather. We will remain open 4th of July 6:00 am - 2:00 pm except in rare cases of a power outage, state of emergency, exceptional snowfall or severe ice. Labor Day 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Thanksgiving Day Closed If in question, please check with local TV Channels Christmas Eve 6:00 am - 2:00 pm or Radio Stations for updated information, Christmas Day Closed or call our Member Services Desk, 583-9622, ext 200. New Year's Eve 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Pg 14 - YMCA Winter Program Guide YOUTH & ADULT AQUATIC PROGRAMS (classes and times are subject to change) Course Age Day Time Cost Full Member/Program Member Infant Swim Lessons Parent/Child I 6-23 months F (max 6) 9:00 am-9:30 am $42/$84 F (max 6) 9:30 am-10:00 am $42/$84 F (max 6) 6:00 pm-6:30 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 10) 9:00 am-9:30 am $42/$84 Parent/Child II 24-36 months F (max 6) 9:00 am-9:30 am $42/$84 F (max 6) 9:30 am-10:00 am $42/$84 F (max 6) 6:00 pm-6:30 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 10) 9:30 am-10:00 am $42/$84 PreSchool Pike 3-5 years M (max 5) 11:00 am-11:30 am $42/$84 M (max 5) 11:30 am-Noon $42/$84 M (max 5) 4:00 pm-4:30 pm $42/$84 M (max 5) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 T (max 5) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 W (max 5) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 Th (max 10) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 F (max 5) 6:00 pm-6:30 pm $42/$84 F (max 5) 6:30 pm-7:00 pm $42/$84 F (max 5) 7:00 pm-7:30 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 10) 9:00 am-9:30 am $42/$84 Sat (max 10) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 Eels 3-5 years M (max 6) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 M (max 6) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 T (max 6) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 T (max 6) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 Th (max 6) 11:00 am-11:30 am $42/$84 F (max 6) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 F (max 6) 6:30 pm-7:00 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 6) 9:30 am-10:00 am $42/$84 Rays 3-5 years M (max 6) 10:30 am-11:00 am $42/$84 T (max 6) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 W (max 6) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 F (max 4) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 F (max 6) 7:00 pm-7:30 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 4) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 Starfish 3-5 years F (max 4) 4:30 pm-5:00 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 4) 10:00 am-10:30 am $42/$84 Youth Polliwog 6 & up Th (max 6) 4:30 pm-5:15 pm $42/$84 F (max 6) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 6) 11:15 am-Noon $42/$84 Guppy 6 & up M (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 T (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 W (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 F (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 9) 10:30 am-11:15 am $42/$84 Minnow 6 & up T (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 W (max 7) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 Th (max 7) 5:15 pm-6:00 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 7) 10:30 am-11:15 am $42/$84 Fish 6 & up M (max 8) 5:00 pm-5:45 pm $42/$84 Th (max 8) 4:30 pm-5:15 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 8) 11:15 am-Noon $42/$84 Flying Fish 6 & up Th (max 4) 5:15 pm-6:00 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 4) 11:15 am-Noon $42/$84 Sharks 6 & up Th (max 4) 5:15 pm-6:00 pm $42/$84 Sat (max 4) 11:15 am-Noon $42/$84 Y M CA Winter Program Guide - Pg 15 Adult Aquatics Aqua Jogging M/W/F 10:00 am-11:00 am $70/$140 Aqua Aerobics M/W/F 11:00 am-Noon $70/$140 M/Th 5:00 - 6:00 pm $46/$92 Scuba (call Ilene for more information) M 7:30 pm-10:30 pm $155 Adult Conquer Your Fear T 8:00 pm-9:00 pm $53/$106 Adult Swim Instruction T 8:00 pm-9:00 pm $53/$106 Water Safety Instructor 17 & older call 583-9622 for information $200 Red Cross Lifeguarding 15 & older call 583-9622 for information $200 Aquatic After Therapy (5 week session/members only) T/Th 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm $63 LAP/REC SWIM (schedule is subject to change) Lap Swim Times - Please pick up a current pool schedule for lap lane times and availability. Family Recreational Swim Times - Open to Full Facility Members only. All children must be accompanied in the pool by an adult (age 18 or older). Friday 7:30 pm-8:45 pm Saturday & Sunday 12 Noon-2:00 pm Open Recreational Swim - Members or Day Passes Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) in the pool area. Children requiring flotation devices must be ac- companied by an adult (18 years or older) in the pool. Members with questionable swimming ability who wish to be in the deep end, must take a swim test. M 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm T 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm W 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm Th 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm F 1:30 pm - 6:00 pm Sat/Sun 2:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open swim space is limited. We reserve the right to limit the number of participants. Swim Lesson Evaluations Evaluations are required for all new swim class participants in the pre-school and youth programs prior to registering. Please call Ilene at 583-9622 to schedule. ADULT GROUP EXERCISE (classes and times are subject to change) Course Location Day Time Cost Full Member/Program Member Adult Gymnastics Wilton T 8:00 pm-9:00 pm $35/$70 Adult Rec Basketball West Avenue Sat (max 20) 1:00 pm-2:30 pm Adult Rec Volleyball West Avenue Th 7:30 pm-10:00 pm members free Nutrition Assessments Wilton for information call 587-3000 $30/$60 Personal Training West Avenue for information call 583-9622 $30/hr-$50/hr Wilton for information call 587-3000 $30/hr-$50/hr Over 60 Basketball West Avenue W/F 8:30 am-9:30 am W.O.W. Corinth M/W 6:00 pm-7:00 pm T/Th 9:00 am-10:00 am Sat 10:00 am-11:00 am any one day $18/$36 any two days $35/$70 any three days $53/$106 Wilton M/W/F 9:30 am-10:30 am any one day $18/$36 any two days $35/$70 any three days $53/$106 Pg 16 - YMCA Winter Program Guide WILTON BRANCH: MALTA BRANCH: CORINTH BRANCH: 20 Old Gick Road, Wilton Phone: 587-3000/Fax: 587-3001 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Malta 119 Gabriel Road, Corinth Phone: 654-2549 Monday-Friday Fitness Center #22 Fax: 654-7977 5:00 am – 11:00 pm Phone: 899-1178/Fax: 899-6847 Saturday Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday 6:00 am – 9:00 pm 5:00 am – 10:00 pm 5:30 am – 9:00 pm Sunday Saturday & Sunday Friday 6:00 am – 9:00 pm 7:00 am – 6:00 pm 5:30 am - 6:00 pm Angel Keats Saturday Rolland LeBlanc Sr. Health & Wellness Director 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Branch Director x206 Sunday John Hart Childcare #28 8:00 am – 12:00 noon Health & Wellness Director x205 Phone: 899-5829/Fax: 899-6436 John Ventrella Monday-Friday Alysse Heller Maintenance Supervisor x204 6:30 am – 6:00 pm Sr. Health & Wellness Director Kim Hewitt Wendy Delaney Gymnastics Coordinator x230 Child Care Director Visit our Website: www.ymcasaratoga.org ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: WEST AVENUE BRANCH: 583-9622 290 West Avenue, PO Box 4610, Saratoga Springs Phone: 583-9622 Fax: 581-7598 Jim Letts - Chief Executive Officer Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday 5:00 am – 11:00 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm 6:00 am – 9:00 pm Kelly Armer - Chief Operations Officer/ Development Director John Pecora - Chief Financial Officer TBA - Branch Director Catherine Casella - Asst Health & Wellness Director John Catalfamo - Property Manager Kelly Coon - Assistant Youth/Sports Director Maureen Duda - First Night Coordinator Dave Keefe - Assistant Property Manager Colleen Girvin - Preschool Director Judy Meagher - Executive Assistant John Lambert - Maintenance Supervisor Mike Laudicina - Youth/Sports Director Susan Rhoades - Human Resources Director Patti Laudicina - School-Age Director/Financial Aid Hattie Rieger - Special Events Coordinator Ilene Leverence - Aquatics Director Paige Minear - School-Age Coordinator Lisa Nichols - Membership Director Yonka Perkins - Health & Wellness Director
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According to most political observers, the global political architecture is undergoing a transformation with power increasingly shifting from the West to the East. The two most populous nations on the earth, China and India, are on their way to becoming economic powerhouses and are shedding their reticence in asserting their global profiles, making their relationship of still greater importance for the international system. The evolution of Sino-Indian ties over the last few decades and the constraints that continue to inhibit this relationship from achieving its full potential are examined. The implications of this for the United States and the wider international system are discussed.
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Improved multicomponent fluorozirconate glasses, doped with chlorine, and a process for making them are disclosed that are continuously transmissive in the infrared spectrum.
1. An improved process for making infrared-transparent glasses from the fluorides of zirconium, thorium and barium wherein said improvement is comprised of the steps of:
(a) forming a melt from preselected molar proportions of ultra pure ZrF4, BaF2 and ThF4, in the presence of a reactive atmosphere comprised of HF and He, and soaking said melt in said atmosphere thereby reducing the OH- and/or O= concentration of said melt to an insignificant level;
(b) subsequently replacing said reactive atmosphere with a rectification mixture of He and CCl4 as a nascent chlorine source thereby eliminating the color-center formation which occurs during the exposure of said melt to said HF/He mixture; and
(c) subsequently casting, annealing and cooling said melt to a glass in the presence of said rectification mixture.
2. A new and improved fluorozirconate glass that is continuously transparent to light from the near ultra violet through the near infrared spectrum substantially as shown in FIG. 2 comprising preselected molar proportions of ZrF4, ThF4 and BaF2, that are essentially free of hydroxide and oxide impurities which produce adsorption bands at 2.9 micrometer wavelengths, cast from a melt in the presence of a mixture of He and CCl4 to thereby compensate for fluorine deficiences, which cause a formation of the color-center of said glass, by the introduction of a chlorine dopant.
3. A fluorozirconate glass of claim 2 wherein 0.58 moles of ZrF4, 0.33 moles of BaF2 and 0.09 moles of ThF4 have been combined in the molten state in the presence of a reactive atmosphere of HF and He and cast, annealed and cooled to a vitreous state in the presence of a rectification mixture of CCl4 and He.
4. A fluorozirconate glass continuously transparent to light from the near-ultraviolet through the near-infrared wavelength spectrum substantially as shown in FIG. 2 prepared by the process of:
(a) preconditioning selected reactants taken from the group consisting of ZrF4, BaF2 and ThF4, to remove hydroxyl and oxide ion contaminants;
(b) forming a mixture of said reactants in selected molar proportions which define compositions that fall within the vitreous domain for ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2 ;
(c) raising the temperature of said reactant mixture to form a melt in the presence of a reactive gaseous atmosphere comprised of HF and He and soaking said melt in said atmosphere for an extended time period;
(d) subsequently replacing said reactive atmosphere with a rectification mixture of CCl4 as a nascent chlorine source and He, thereby eliminating color-center formation which occurs during said soak in said reactive atmosphere, by the introduction of a chlorine dopant; and
(e) sequentially casting, annealing and rapidly cooling said melt to a vitreous state in the presence of said rectification mixture.
5. An improved process for forming an infrared-transparent glass from the fluorides of zirconium, thorium and barium wherein said improvement is comprised of the steps of:
(a) preconditioning said fluorides by exposing each of them to reactive atmospheres containing HF at elevated temperatures thereby removing undesirable OH- and O= contaminants;
(b) forming a melt from a mixture of said preconditioned fluorides, in preselected molar proportions, in the presence of a reactive atmosphere containing He and CCl4 as a nascent chlorine source by raising the temperature of said fluorides to at least 800� C. and maintaining a constant temperature RA purge for at least six hours whereby a chlorine dopant is added; and
(c) casting, annealing and cooling said melt to a vitreous state in the presence of said chlorine source species and He atmosphere.
6. A fluorozirconate glass continuously transparent to light from the near-ultraviolet through the near-infrared wavelength spectrum substantially as shown in FIG. 2 prepared by the process of claim 5.
7. A fluorozirconate glass comprised of ZrF4, ThF4 and BaF2 that is prepared by the process of claim 5 and thereby doped with Cl.
8. A new and improved fluorozirconate glass that is continuously transparent to light from the near-ultraviolet through the near-infrared wavelength spectrum substantially as shown in FIG. 2 comprising preselected molar proportions of oxide and hydroxide free ZrF4, ThF4 and BaF2 doped with trace quantities of chloride ions.
9. A glass in accordance with claim 8, wherein 0.58 moles of ZrF4, 0.33 moles of BaF2 and 0.09 moles of ThF4 are doped with trace quantities of chloride ions.
This application is a Continuation-In-Part of U.S. Application Ser. No. 131,605 filed Mar. 19, 1980, now abandoned.
This invention relates generally to the preparation of fluorozirconate glass and more particularly to the preparation of ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2 glasses.
1. Field of the Invention
This invention provides a new and improved process for making fluorozirconate glasses intended for use in numerous applications requiring excellent optical transparency from the ultraviolet to the infrared portion of the electromagnetic wavelength spectrum. This invention describes an optimum process for preparing fluoride glasses which eliminates most, if not all, of the disadvantages of prior art fluoride glasses.
2. Description of the Prior Art
Multi-component fluorozirconate glasses, a relatively new class of materials, were reported first by N. M. Chanthanasinh in his doctoral thesis for the University of Rennes (France) in July of 1976 and later by Poulain et al in the Material Research Bulletin 12, 151 (1977). Both authors were concerned with the zirconium tetrafluoride-thorium tetrafluoride-barium fluoride (ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2) system.
The preparation technique typically used by these earlier workers consisted of reacting highly purified components at 800� to 900� C. in an argon atmosphere. The starting materials used in the above system were contained in a hermetically-sealed nickel crucible and the glass produced by the system was formed by pouring the fully reacted melt into a mold residing in a nitrogen-filled glove box.
The vitreous domain for ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2 was described as an area of a triangle on the ternary diagram bounded by the following maxima: 63 mole percent ZrF4 ; 15 mole percent ThF4 ; and 38 mole percent BaF2. Fluoride glasses prepared in accordance with these teachings are unacceptable for our intended uses, because of their absorption and physical strength characteristics.
Applicants know of no other prior art that is as relevant as that identified and described above.
The general objective of this invention is to provide an improved fluorozirconate glass that is continuously transparent from the ultraviolet to the infrared region of the electromagnetic wavelength spectrum.
In accomplishing this objective while avoiding most, if not all, of the disadvantages of the prior art and at the same time, retaining the advantages of said art, we have invented a new and improved chloride doped fluorozirconate glass that is comprised of zirconium tetrafluoride, thorium tetrafluoride, and barium fluoride that has essentially no hydroxyl (OH-) or oxide (O=) ions.
These glasses are prepared by a process which begins with the preconditioning of the reactant materials in a reactive atmosphere (RA) and ends with the casting of the vitreous material under a reactive atmosphere.
Specifically, zirconium tetrafluoride, thorium tetrafluoride and barium fluoride are each treated in the reactive atmosphere HF to remove any oxide and/or hydroxyl contaminants therefrom prior to their use to form a reactant mixture in the desired molar proportions.
The precondition starting materials are then mixed thoroughly to form a powder mixture, having a composition which falls within the vitreous domain for the system undertaken.
The temperature of the mixture is raised, in the presence of a reactive atmosphere, to a temperature sufficient to cause the mixture to become molten. The resulting melt is allowed to stand in the presence of a reactive atmospheric purge from 2 to 6 hours. It is then cast in situ, or poured into a mold, annealed and allowed to cool rapidly to a vitreous glass.
It is therefore an objective of this invention to provide a new and improved process for preparing fluorozirconate glasses that yield products which are highly transparent in the infrared portion of the electromagnetic wavelength spectrum.
A further objective of this invention is to provide a fluorozirconate glass that is suitable for use as laser windows and fiber optic elements.
And, a still further objective of this invention is to provide a fluorozirconate glass that: exhibits exceedingly strong structural characteristics; is exceptionally hard; is insoluble in water; and to provide a glass that will exhibit a high rupture strength, a high yield strength, and good erosion resistance.
That we have accomplished these objectives and others will become apparent upon reference to the following brief descriptions of the drawings and detailed description of the invention.
FIG. 1 shows a ternary diagram for a zirconium tetrafluoride, thorium tetrafluoride and barium fluoride system.
FIG. 2 is a transmission spectra of fluorozirconate glasses.
FIG. 3 compares the absorption coefficients of prior art glasses with that of the invention and with commercially ultraviolet grade sapphire.
We have discovered that the optical transmission, mechanical strength, density, hardness and overall utility of fluoride glasses comprised of complex mixtures of ZrF4, ThF4 and BaF2 can be significantly enhanced by removing hydroxyl (OH-) and oxide (O=) ions inherently constituted in the compositions of these glasses. The removal of all OH- and O= ions from the composition of these glasses by our process leaves a glass containing ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2 for which a small amount of the fluoride is substituted by chloride arising from the reactive atmosphere of CCl4. This new glass exhibits physical, mechanical and optical characteristics quite unlike any complex fluorozirconate glasses known in the art.
The unique glasses of our invention are formed from reactants that are preconditioned to increase their purities prior to their use to form reactant mixtures.
After preconditioning, as described below, the reactants are mixed in preselected molar proportions to form powder compositions or reactant mixtures which fall within the vitreous domain for ZrF4 -ThF4 -BaF2. This domain can be described as an area of a triangle on the ternary diagram bounded by the following maxima: 63 mole percent ZrF4, 15 mole percent ThF4, and 38 mole percent BaF2 as shown in FIG. 1.
The reactant mixtures are then placed in vitreous carbon or platinum crucibles and vacuum pumped to 300� C., in a graphite resistance furnace, at which temperature a reactive atmosphere (RA) comprised of helium (He) and a halogen source species is introduced. We have utilized carbon tetrachloride (CCL4) as a nascent halogen source species and we have used HF as a halogen source species.
The temperature of the powder reactant mixture is further increased to a level of about 900� C. in the presence of the RA, which causes a melt to be produced, and held at that level to facilitate a scrubbing of the melt to remove OH- and O= ions. For a 0.58:0.33:0.09 molar ratio mixture of ZrF4 :BaF2 :ThF4, a low viscosity melt will be obtained at from 800� to 900� C. However, higher temperatures may be utilized to ensure a more efficient reaction of the undesirable contaminants with the reactive species of the gaseous mixture.
After soaking the melt in a dynamic CCl4 /He atmosphere for from 2 to 6 hours at a constant melt temperature, an essentially perfect glassy specimen can be produced upon rapid cooling in the presence of the RA.
However, if hydrogen fluoride (HF) and He is used as an RA, this specimen will consist of two phases; a primary transparent colorless phase and a relatively small quantity of an opaque-black phase. While the mechanism of this phenomena is not clearly understood, we attribute it to a fluorine deficiency; apparently occasioned by the dissociation of ZrF4. This condition is corrected or rectified by subsequently replacing the HF/He atmosphere with a gaseous mixture of He and CCl4. The gaseous mixture of CCl4 and He is, in this instance, referred to as a rectification mixture, because it rectifies the color center formation (of the ZrF4 component) which occurs during an HF/He treatment phase and apparently produces the opaque black phase discussed above. The fluorine deficiency is eliminated by the introduction of a compensating amount of chlorine into the melt.
We prefer to utilize a CCl4 /He mixture as the nascent chlorine source species from the beginning of the process because it does not produce a fluorine deficient phase in the resultant glass. However, other chlorine compounds may be employed and are not excluded. It has been shown that CCl4 pyrolizes at temperatures above 400� C. to form nascent Cl which tends to serve as a substitute for any F that may be displaced from the ZrF4 component in deference to the stability of ZrO2.
An He/CCl4 gas flow rate, into the reaction chamber above the hot glass melt, of from 0.4 to 0.8 cm3 /sec provided sufficient quantities of Cl� to accomplish our purposes. However, depending upon the size of the reaction chamber utilized and the nature of the halogen source species, it may be necessary to alter the halogen source species flow rate to provide sufficient level time to allow the halogen source compound to pyrolize.
Carbon tetrachloride is an excellent RA source because of the following reaction paths:
2CCl4(g) →C2 Cl6(s) +2Cl�.sub.(g) I
CCl4(g) +2OH-.sub.(m) →2Cl-.sub.(m) +2HCl.sub.(g) +CO2(g) II
CCl4(g) +2H2 O.sub.(g) →CO2(g) +4HCl.sub.(g) III
where: m=melt; s=solid; and g=gas.
The path described by Equation I leads to the formation of nascent chlorine which acts as a fluorine substitute to avoid fluorine deficiencies as discussed above; in Equation II, oxygen containing ions in the melt are removed; and in Equation III, moisture in the reaction environment is removed.
The process is concluded by casting the melt, annealing and cooling the cast material in the presence of the rectification mixture. We have utilized the crucible which contains the melt as the casting vessel in our experiments. However, casting may be accomplished by pouring the melt from the crucible into a mold in the presence of the reactive atmosphere by remote manipulation of the vessels in a reaction chamber isolated from the ambient atmosphere.
Fluoride glasses produced by the process described above are continuously transmissive from 0.2 micrometers (μm); commonly referred to as near-ultraviolet (UV), to 8.0 μm; commonly referred to as near-infrared (IR). Unlike the best prior art fluoride glasses, there are no light absorption bands centered at 2.9 μm in our glasses (see FIG. 2).
The absorption coefficients of glasses prepared in accordance with the process described above may be compared with that exhibited by the best known Le Verre Fluore glass and a sapphire in FIG. 3. As shown in FIG. 3, the Hughes fluorozirconate glass exhibits substantially lower absorption coefficients than that exhibited by prior art fluorozirconate glasses, but not nearly as low as sapphire. The measurements, used to derive the curves in FIG. 3, were made with a Cary Model 14R spectrophotometer.
The physical properties of a 0.60:0.07:033 molar ratio ZrF4 :ThF4 :BaF2 glass prepared in accordance with the above process are shown in the following table:
TABLE______________________________________Physical Properties of 0.60 ZrF4 :0.07 ThF4 :0:33 BaF2Glass(Prepared in CCl4 Atmosphere)Properties Values______________________________________Optical transparency 0.3 μm UV to 7 μm IRaDensity 4.8 g/cm3Glass transition temp.d 295� C.Crystallization temp.d 390� C.Fusion temp.d 485� C.Refractive index (nD) 1.53Knoop hardnessb (Kg-mm-2) 250Humidity effects Water insolubleHeat capacity (Cp) at 45� C.d 0.511 J/g-�C.Coefficient of linearexpansiond30 to 60� C. 4.3 � 10-6 /�C.250 to 270� C. 13.8 � 10-6 /�C.Rupture strengthc 35,300 psiAbsorption coefficient atHF laser wavelengtha(2.8 μm) 6 � 10-3 cm-1Absorption coefficient at DFlaser wavelength (3.8 μm) 2 � 10-3 cm-1______________________________________ a Prior art fluoride glass shows a strong absorption at 2.85 μm. b Single crystal calcium fluoride (CaF2) is 155. c Forged CaF2 is 14,000 psi. d Measured with DuPont thermal analyzer model 1090.
It should be noted that ultra pure reactants are a must for this process. In this connection, we preconditioned our starting materials as follows: zirconium tetrafluoride (ZrF4), of 99.5% purity obtained from the Cerac Company of Milwaukee, Wis., was treated with dry HF at 400� C. and sublimed once at 900� C. in a stainless steel sublimator; thorium tetrafluoride was derived from 99.9% thorium oxide (THO2). The oxide was first reacted with a 49% aqueous HF solution, and then the water was evaporated away at approximately 100� C. until a dry powder resulted. This powder was slowly heated and subjected to gaseous HF until melting occurred and subsequently allowed to cool; and barium fluoride (BaF2), obtained from EM Laboratories of Elmsford, N.Y. at 99.9% purity was treated with dry HF at 1000� C. prior to its use as a starting material.
Fluorozirconate glasses prepared in accordance with this invention are useful as laser windows and as fiber optic elements. These applications are the result of the excellent optical transparency exhibited from 0.20 μm in the UV to 8 μm in the IR and the excellent mechanical strength of the glass. For example, laser calorimetry at the HF wavelength 2.8 μm and the DF wavelength 3.8 μm shows absorption coefficients of only 6�10-3 cm-1 and 2�10-3 cm-1 respectively; and several meters of fiber have been extruded at the very manageable temperature of 385� C. which readily transmits He-Ne laser light.
Glass molding experiments indicate glass, prepared in accordance with this invention, can be easily molded to give good replication of the die surface. This implies an inexpensive technique for casting optic elements of diverse geometries such as IR domes, laser windows and lenses.
Other uses for glasses of this invention are as Faraday rotators, powdered source of atomic fluorine for excimer laser, submillimeter wave domes, lenses and submillimeter wave guides.
Having completely disclosed our invention and having provided teachings to enable others to make and use the same, the scope of our claims may now be understood as follows.
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Marset is a Barcelona-based company dedicated to creating warm contemporary lighting with a underlying sense of comfort and character, enhancing otherwise impersonal residential and commercial spaces. The Marset mood is minimalist, subtle, with an aesthetic appeal that stems from an "illuminate, not dazzle" philosophy.
The Polo Wall Sconce is available with the following:
- Designed by Joan Gaspar
- Material: Lacquered Aluminum
- Shade Material: Lacquered Aluminum
- Lacquered aluminum shade
- Lacquered aluminum body
- Adjustable head
- Rotary on/off switch on back of shade
- Color Temperature: 3000K
- Lumens: 520
- Average Rated Life: 50,000 hours
- Made in Spain
- Designed by Joan Gasper
- On/Off Head Switch
- Switch Included
- ADA compliant
- UL Listed
- Made In Spain
Finish: Black, White
- Fixture: Width 2.76", Height 3.94", Depth 8.27"
- Plate: Diameter 2.76"
- Shade: Height 3.94", Diameter 1.77"
Need help with some of our terminology? Check out Lumens' Lighting & Design Glossary.


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