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THE BLOODMOBILE IS BACK

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013

The Erie Community Blood Bank struggles constantly to get enough donors.  They need about 800 donors each week just to meet the need in our region.

Chances are 1 in 3 that a person will need blood in their lifetime.  That means you almost certainly love someone who has received blood.

Show your love and consider donating when The Bloodmobile visits:

The Eastside Y on Friday, May 31st from 8am – 12Noon
Please call 899-9622 to sign up for a donation time.

The County Y on Tuesday, June 18th from 10am-5pm
Please call 734-5700 to sign up for a donation time.

The Downtown Y on Monday, July 29th from 8am – 11am
Please call 452-3261 to sign up for a donation time.

Donation Process The donation process takes less than 45 minutes and is a four-step process.  You will first fill out a short health history form and be asked to read some educational materials about donating blood.  A mini physical- which includes having your blood pressure, pulse, iron and temperature checked by a staff member – will be the next step.  The staff member will also go over the donor history card with you at this time.  You then move on to the donation itself, this typically takes about 5-7 minutes.  When you have finished donating, you will be asked to stay for at least 10 minutes to have a drink and snack.

General Donation Requirements -Must be in general good health -Must weigh at least 100 pounds -No tattoos or piercings from a tattoo parlor within the last year -Must be 17 years of age or older, or 16 years of age with a signed Community Blood Bank parental permission form -Photo ID is required

Posted in County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch, Special Volunteer Opportunities, UPMC Hamot

GET THEM GEARED UP FOR SUMMER

Friday, May 3rd, 2013

As we are gearing up for summer, The YMCA of Greater Erie wants to guarantee that the children in our Summer Programs have all that they need for a fun and safe summer.

Please consider donating any of the following items:
Sunscreen                Goggles
Bathing Suits           Bubbles
Towels                      Sidewalk Chalk      
Sneakers                  Jump Ropes 
Hula Hoops              Sprinkler
Playground Balls     Sunglasses

Donation bins will be located in all of our Branch Lobbies and our Childcare Offsites.

For questions, please contact Victoria Stilson at 452-3261 Ext 240 or vstilson@ymcaerie.org

 

Posted in Camp Sherwin, County Branch, Downtown Branch, Early Care, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch, UPMC Hamot

STROKE MECHANICS CLINIC

Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

STROKE MECHANICS CLINICbutterfly stroke
Mon.& Wed. May 6-June12, 6pm -6:45pm
Cost: $125 member $145 non-member
Registration: April 1
Location: Eastside Y pool

This program is geared towards competitive swimming. Coaches will work with swim participants to master the techniques needed to perform strokes efficiently and most effectively as well as build endurance.  Classes meet twice a week for 6 weeks. ( Closed Memorial Day)

For more information contact Emily Irwin at Eastside YMCA (814)899-9622

Posted in County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch

Mission, Vision and Values – McLane Church To Hold Sunday Services At The Downtown Y

Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013

Join The Downtown Y in welcoming McLane Church.

They will now be holding services on Sundays in the North Gym at 3pm beginning this Sunday, April 7th, 2013.

They will also be offering Child Watch during the service.

McLane Church is a non-denominational, evangelical Church. Their values include:

  • The power of the Word of God to change lives
  • Authentic community
  • Cultural relevance
  • Keeping the main thing the main thing
  • Praying for God’s plan and provision
  • Every member as a minister
  • Unity in the church
  • A commitment to be inconvenienced for the sake of the Gospel

For More Information, please call 452-3261

Posted in Camp Sherwin, County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch, UPMC Hamot

PREPARE FOR THE BAY SWIM

Thursday, March 7th, 2013

bayswim.jpgBAY SWIM CLINIC
Sat., April 13-June 1, 12pm-1pm
Cost: $30 member $50 non-member
Registration begins: March 25
Location: Eastside YMCA pool

These pool sessions will build confidence and endurance for open water swimming. Learn the differences between open water and pool swimming, how to make the transition, what to wear, how to over come fears, tips for success and what to practice in the pool.

For more information contact Emily Irwin at the Eastside Y. (814)899-9622

Posted in County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch

EASTSIDE Y LIFEGUARD COURSE

Thursday, March 7th, 2013

group of lifeguardsPrerequisite Swim: April 6, @ 12pm                                                               
 Cost: $30 members, $40 Non-members (non-refundable)                                               
 Registration: Open and available now.                                    

Prerequisites: Complete Physical Competency Requirements                                                      
Phase1
o         Tread water for 2 minutes using legs only
o         Swim 100 yards of front crawl               
Phase 2
o         Swim 50 yards of each front crawl with head up, breaststroke, breaststroke with head up, elementary backstroke kick with hands on the chest.
o         Perform a feet-first surface-dive in 8-10 feet of water (or maximum depth of training facility).  Then swim underwater for 15 feet.                            
Phase 3
o         Starting in the shallow end of the water, sprint for a distance of approximately 60 feet then perform an arm-over-arm surface dive in 8-10 feet (or maximum depth of training facility).
o         Pick up an object from the bottom of pool, surface and tread water for at lease one minute with legs only, replace the object back to the bottom of the pool where it was found.
o         Swim the remaining length to the end of the pool and hoist yourself out of the water.
o         Immediately begin compression on an adult manikin for one minute or 100 compressions, stand and listen to directions for instructor.

*Note* if you pass the prerequisite swim you will be able to register for the lifeguard course following the prerequisite swim.  If you do not pass you will not be permitted to sign up for the lifeguard course.

 LIFEGUARD COURSE
Sat., May4, 18, 9am-6pm
Mon., May 6, 13th, 4-8pm
Wed., May 8, 15th, 4-8pm

Cost: $160 member, $185 Non-member
Cost will include: CPR, First Aid, Oxygen, and Lifeguard certifications along with books.
Registration begins: April 6th
100% Attendance is required.

For more information call Emily Irwin at the Eastside Y. (814) 899-9622

Posted in County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch, Training & Certifications

New Hullahoop Class

Tuesday, February 19th, 2013

Improve balance and feel young again! Hullahoop your waist away. Click for more info.

Posted in County Branch, General News

Winter Golf Lessons

Thursday, February 7th, 2013

The golf lessons will cover basic skills for beginners or focus on skills to improve you game (driving, irons, and putting).  Lessons will be held at County Y in the gym.  See attached sign up sheet for more info. click here

Posted in County Branch, General News

Challenge Yourself on Each Exercise

Thursday, January 3rd, 2013

TRX Suspension Training is now available at the County YMCA beginning on Monday, January 14 and running until Friday, Feb. 22.  An extension of our Personal Training Program, you can now get the latest workout, in a group setting, led by one of our trainers.

TRX Suspension is the original, best-in-class workout system that leverages gravity and your body weight to perform hundreds of exercises.  You’re in control of how much you want to challenge yourself on each exercise – because you can simply adjust your body position to add or decrease resistance.

You can expect Y staff to deliver a fast, effective total body workout that builds core, increases muscular endurance and adaptable for all fitness levels.

Price is $72 for County Y members and $144 for non-members for six week session of two classes per week beginning Monday, Jan. 14-Friday, February 22, 2013.  Register by calling the Membership Desk, 734-5700.

Class schedule:

Mon/Wed.                   6 a.m.                            Nate Latimer

10a.m.                            Laura Harris

Mon/Fri.                       5:30p.m.                     Malia Mann

Tues/Thurs.               5 a.m.                           Kathy Sibbald

10:30 a.m.                 Laura Harris

5:30 p.m.                  Nate Latimer

Posted in County Branch

ALWAYS BETTER THAN A DAY AT THE OFFICE

Thursday, November 15th, 2012

November 20th 7:30 pm

County YMCA, Middle Room

Mark Spence, a Pro-Staff member for FA Brand (Final Approach) and Foilies Migrators Championship Duck and Goose Calls, will conduct a one-hour seminar. He will discuss waterfowl hunting topics including duck and goose calls, calling techniques, decoy set up, equipment, etc.  Seminar will be catered to the level of experience of the audience.  A Q&A period will follow the seminar.  Registration required.  Free for Y-Members; non-members $10.  Call or stop by for registration.

Posted in County Branch, Downtown Branch, Eastside Branch, General News, Glenwood Branch, Special Events

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