Youth Fitness Programming

October 1st marks the start of the Youth Fitness class schedule for children ages 5 through 12. Monday is Ballet Basics where students stretch and dance to learn the foundations of ballet.  The class is fun for all levels of dancers.  This class is recommended for boys and girls ages 5 to 8.  J.I.F. - Jump into Fitness - is offered on Tuesday for both 5 to 7 year olds and a more advanced class for 8 to 12 year olds.  Jumping rope improves cardio endurance, builds core strength and increases eye, hand and leg coordination.  Also on Tuesday is Skills and Drills for ages 5 to 7.  This class helps participants gain strength, balance and agility, an excellent preparation for future endeavors in sports and fitness.  Ages 8 through 12 can participate in cardio and strength circuits on Wednesday during Power Hour using BOSU and stability balls, medecine balls and steps.  Youth Yoga is offered on Thursdays.  An introductory class is taught in a playful, lighthearted spirit for 5 to 8 year olds, and a more advanced class, geared to developing strength, flexibility and coordination as well as deepening concentration and relaxation is available for ages 9 to 12.

These classes are available to Full Randolph YMCA members. For more information and specific times for Youth Fitness Programming contact Kathy Lamia at 973-366-1120 ext. 43.

Adult Swim Lessons

Have you managed to reach adulthood without learning to swim?  Are you terrified of the water?  The Randolph YMCA has a solution.  Swim lessons for adults are offered in a very small group setting where instruction is individualized to meet each person's needs.  Instructors are experienced working with the special concerns of adults.  Lessons are available on Saturday morning, Sunday late afternoon, and Wednesday late afternoons.  In addition to group lessons, private lessons can also be arranged if this would be more comfortable for you.  To register for class, contact Pat Rainier at 973-366-1120 ext. 35.
                                    

Swim Team Tryouts

Did your family enjoy watching the swimming competition during the Olympics this summer?  Has your child had fun racing for their summer swim team?  Would you like to continue these experiences by participating on a winter swim team?
The Randolph YMCA Sharks Swim Team is a year-round competitive program for swimmers from 6 through 18 years. The team participates in both YMCA and NJ Swimming meets, offering a broad program for both beginning and experienced swimmers.
The process begins by attending tryouts held for swimmers aged 10 and Under (age as of December 1, 2012) on Wednesday, September 5 and for swimmers 11 and over on Thursday, September 6 at the Randolph Y,  Registration both nights is from 6:00 to 6:20pm followed by tryouts in the pool at 6:30pm. 
For more information, contact Head Coach Hilary Yates at 973-366-1120, ext. 34.

Healthy Kids Day

Calling all families! Healthy Kids Day will be celebrated on Saturday, April 28th from 1:00 until 4:00pm at the Randolph YMCA. There are a large number of healthy activities to enjoy including Aquatic Boot Camp and a Parent-Child swim lesson available in the Warm Water Pool. The gym will feature CATCH games and Youth Fitness and Family Exercise programs as well as JIF, Jump into Fitness. Nutritional information, a Camp Expo, and an opportunity to make your own First Aid kit will round out the choices available.
A highlight of the festivities will be a raffle for a custom-fitted bike, a 6-month family membership, and lots of other prizes. A healthy snack will be provided. So make time on Saturday afternoon to stop by the Randolph Y. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Randolph Y Swimmers Compete at Y Nationals

Nine swimmers from the Randolph YMCA qualified to compete in the YMCA National Short-Course Swimming Championship. The meet was held at the Greensboro Aquatic Center, an impressive facility less than a year old. More than 210 teams from across the United States travelled to Greensboro for this competition. Under the guidance of Coach Ray Fischer and Coach Hilary Yates, the swimmers achieved 25 individual career best times. Special honors go to 15-year-old Brandon Tutty who finished 16th in the Men's 100 Breaststroke.

Aquatic Boot Camp

The Randolph YMCA is featuring a new water-based program, Aquatic Boot Camp, designed around the Hydroworx X80 underwater treadmill. It is a 45 minute high-intensity workout including upper-body exercises, spinning, tethered swimming, and core and lower-body strength moves. It is the same type of program that world class runners use for training.

The addition of three X80's to the already superior aquatic training equipment at the Randolph YMCA has enhanced staff's ability to meet the needs of all segments of our membership, from elite athletes to people needing rehab after injury or members looking for a new and different form of workout.

For more information, check out the article in Runner's World at http://news.runnersworld.com/2012/03/19/aquatic-boot-camp-not-for-wimps/ or call Kathy Fisher at the Randolph Y at 973-366-1120 ext. 14.

Randolph YMCA Cookbook

The Randolph YMCA is putting together a professionally printed cookbook and would love to feature your favorite recipes. Recipe forms are available at the Front Desk of the Y, and need to be returned by June 1st for inclusion in the first edition of the book. The cookbook will be ready for sale later this year, just in time for holiday gift giving.

Randolph YMCA Swimmers Honored

Swimmers from the Randolph YMCA Swim Team have been included on the National YMCA Top 16 listing for their achievement in the sport. This listing recognizes top YMCA swimmers from across the United States. Brandon Tutty placed first in the 14 Year 100 Breaststroke and fourth in the 14 Year 200 Breaststroke. Jaina Lumkong placed third in the 18 Year 200 Butterfly and sixth in the 18 Year 100 Fly. Three relays were also included for honors. The 11/12 Boys 400 Medley Relay team of Greg Turiansky, Anthony Principe, Kyle Holman, and Josh Decker placed fifteenth. The 13/14 Boys 800 Free Relay consisting of James Singewald, Ben Galinski, Trevor Baptiste, and Brandon Tutty swam the sixth fastest time, and Singewald, Tutty, and Baptiste were joined by Zach Sanders to swim the eighth fastest Boys 200 Medley Relay.

Special recognition goes to Jaina Lumkong, a June 2011 high school graduate. She was named an Academic All-American by United States Swimming, honoring her for excellence in the pool and in the classroom.

Congratulations to all!