YMCA announces fall programs, activities

The Ponca City YMCA announces several new programs and activities for the fall season.

A membership to the Y has many benefits, including access to all program offerings.  Y members enjoy sports, FREE child watch, fitness classes, swimming, walking track, climbing wall and a great place to work out and stay fit.  We welcome everyone to stop by and check out our programs and facilities.

The Y will start a new After School Youth Fitness Class for students ages 9 to 17, beginning Sept. 14.  Each week participants will experience variations of fitness such as cardio and strength training, yoga, kickboxing, interval set training and more.  The class is free to members and $3 per class for non-members.  After School Youth Fitness will be held each Thursday from 4:30 to 5 p.m.  For registration information, contact the YMCA Front Desk at (580) 765-5417.

Adult Ballet classes will start Sept. 20.  This class is open to members of the YMCA  and is designed for those who have dance and ballet background and are looking for a place to regain their skills.  Recreational and personal development are the goals for this class.  Adult Ballet will be held on Monday and Friday evenings from 7 to 8p.m. in the Program Studio located on the upper level of the YMCA.

Youth Volleyball registration for 4^th to 7^th grade girls will be held until Sept. 17.  Practices will be held on Mondays starting Sept. 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.  Registration fee is free to members.  For additional registration information, call (580) 765-5417.

The YMCA offers a mess/stress free birthday party package for your birthday child on their special day.  The two-hour party is $75 for members and birthday child will receive a Y shirt as a gift from the staff of the YMCA. The party includes celebration room, swimming, climbing wall and gym activities.  Call (580) 765-5417 to reserve your party.

Registration for YMCA After School Program is ongoing.  The program is held Monday through Friday after school until 6 p.m. for ages 4 and older.  Activities include arts / crafts, homework tutoring, science projects, games and more.  Pre-registration is required with packets available at the YMCA Front Desk.

The Y offers adult, family, senior, single parent and youth memberships.  The YMCA of Ponca City strives to serve all segments of the community.  Within our available resources, every effort will be made to accommodate all who wish to join the Y.

For additional information about joining the Ponca City YMCA call 765-5417 or visit YMCA of Ponca City Facebook or www.ymcaofponcacity.net.  The Y has something for everyone.