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YWCA Early Learning Center Invites You to Attend Our OPEN HO– USE

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YWCA Early Learning Center Invites You to Attend Our OPEN HO– USE
Tue, September 30, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

YWCA Early Learning Center, 98 Pleasant Avenue, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458

Join the YWCA and explore their beautiful Early Learning Center at their Open House! Meet the teachers, staff and have your questions answered.

Bring your whole family for a morning filled with fun activities, games, crafts, apple cider and donuts! $5.00 suggested donation per family.

Limited space available in all classrooms. Register before October 30 to have the registration fee waived and a 10% discount on the first 3 months of your child’s tuition.

For more information please contact Diane at 201-236-3126

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YWCA Hosts Fall into Balance

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YWCA Hosts Fall into Balance
Thu, September 04, 2014
Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
YWCA Bergan County, 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Fall into Balance is a unique 8-week group program designed to offer women core foundation in mind-body balance. This dynamic series provides an eye-opening group experience aimed to help you incorporate the principles of holistic nutrition, mindfulness and stress management into your everyday life. The program is led by Lauren Debiak and Rachel Polan, co-founders of ENODIA Center for Balance in collaboration with Health Coach Rebecca Kittle.
Class topics will include: Learning healthy food options, managing stress, prevent feeling overwhelmed, maintaining a balanced life and more.
For more information visit www.ywcabergencounty.org or call Alysse at 201-444-5600 ext. 349

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YWCA Judo – Open House Tuesday, Sept 2

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YWCA Judo – Open House Tuesday, Sept 2

Instruction For All Ages

YWCA Judo to hold Open House on Tuesday, September 2nd International Judo Champion Offers Instruction for All Ages at YWCA Bergen County YWCA Bergen County’s judo programs, taught by International Medalist and 5th Degree Black Belt Christine Maurer, to hold open house and free trail class (new students only) on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 from 5:45 – 6:45pm (Lil’ Dragons) and 6:45 – 7:15pm (U.S.J.A. Judo). Lil’ Dragons Judo and Life Skills (ages 4 to 7 years) combines Judo and life-skills training in a fun, exciting and enriching environment. Children learn basic judo tumbling and grappling, 911 skills, stranger danger, bully busting and personal safety. U.S.J.A. Judo (ages 5 years to adult) teaches Judo “the gentle way,” focusing on self-defense as well as building self-confidence and discipline through Judo’s throwing techniques and mat work. Belt rank promotions are certified through U.S. Judo Association and a Junior Judo Team is available for competition. Enrollment is going on now for the YWCA Bergen County’s judo programs. Classes begin on Tuesday, September 2, 2014. Sign up by August 28 to receive $5 off the original price of Lil’ Dragons or U.S.J.A. Judo classes. Join both Lil’ Dragons and U.S.J.A. Judo and save $10 off your total class fees. YWCA Bergen County’s “Family Special” offers $10 off the original class price when additional family members join. All classes run in 8-week sessions and are held at the YWCA’s 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood facility. Register online (www.ywcabergencounty.org) or call Colleen Fontes at 201-444-5600 ext. 351 for details and class schedules

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Actress and Director Jennifer Linch shows off her moves

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Starts March 18 at the YWCA

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Starts March 18 at the YWCA

Pre-test dates are March 8 & March 15

YWCA Bergen County is offering its next American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course beginning March 18 and running through April 3, 2014. Students must take and pass a swim test, which will be held on March 8 at 9:30 a.m. and March 15 at 9:30 a.m. Participants must be 15 years of age or older and a $10 swim test fee is due at registration.

This course prepares students with the CPR, First Aid and lifeguard techniques necessary for employment as a professional lifeguard. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood, and the course fee is $350. For more information or to register call the YWCA Aquatics Department at 201-444-5600, x327, or visitwww.ywcabergencounty.org.

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YWCA – Rehabilitative Exercise Classes

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YWCA – Rehabilitative Exercise Classes

Acquatherapy Classes at Ridgewood YWCA
The YWCA Bergen County offers convenient and affordable rehabilitative exercise classes for people of all ages living with physical limitations or challenges. Our experienced and caring Aquatics Specialists conduct water therapy classes in two spacious, heated pools, and you can take advantage of a free trial session to find out if a program is right for you. Since 1985, the YWCA’s Health and Therapeutics department has continuously developed programs in conjunction with physical therapists to treat a variety of physical and medical conditions. Aquatherapy classes are designed for adults with orthopedic and/or neurological conditions. These group classes use water movement exercises to increase range of motion while strengthening muscles and improving flexibility. Aquatherapy “Plus” offers additional deep water work, swimming and advanced exercises for those in need of a challenge. One-on-one instruction is available for individuals who are unable to participate in group classes. The YWCA also offers water therapy classes specifically for those dealing with Arthritis. Gentle group exercises help increase range of motion, relieve joint stress and relax stiff muscles. All classes are held at the YWCA’s 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood location. This facility is handicapped accessible, and our Habernickel pool is equipped with a hydraulic lift to provide easy entrance and exit. For more information or to schedule an interview and free trial class, please call Linda at (201) 444-5600, ext, 348 or visit us online at www.ywcabergencounty.org.
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YWCA Offers Aquatherapy and Arthritis Classes

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YWCA Offers Aquatherapy and Arthritis Classes

The YWCA offers convenient and affordable rehabilitative exercise classes for people of all ages living with physical limitations or challenges. Our experienced and caring Aquatics Specialists conduct water therapy classes in two spacious, heated pools, and you can take advantage of a free trial session to find out if a program is right for you.

Since 1985, the YWCA’s Health and Therapeutics department has continuously developed programs in conjunction with physical therapists to treat a variety of physical and medical conditions. Aquatherapy classes are designed for adults with orthopedic and/or neurological conditions. These group classes use water movement exercises to increase range of motion while strengthening muscles and improving flexibility. Aquatherapy “Plus” offers additional deep water work, swimming and advanced exercises for those in need of a challenge. One-on-one instruction is available for individuals who are unable to participate in group classes.

The YWCA also offers water therapy classes specifically for those dealing with Arthritis. Gentle group exercises help increase range of motion, relieve joint stress and relax stiff muscles.

All classes are held at the YWCA’s 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood location. This facility is handicapped accessible, and our Habernickel pool is equipped with a hydraulic lift to provide easy entrance and exit. For more information or to schedule an interview and free trial class, please call Linda at (201) 444-5600, ext, 348 or visit us online at www.ywcabergencounty.org.

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YWCA Vacation Day Program – January 20, 2014

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YWCA Vacation Day Program – January 20, 2014

January 20 – Martin Luther King Holiday
YWCA Bergen County January Vacation Day Program Includes Trip to FunPlex in East Hanover, NJ Ridgewood, NJ—December 11, 2013 – YWCA Bergen County is offering its Vacation Day program for children in grades K-6 on January 20, 2014. Trip includes transportation, unlimited foam frenzy & bumper cars, 20 game tokens, pizza and soda. The YWCA Vacation Day program provides full day care from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on designated school holidays. Based at the YWCA’s 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood facility, the program is supervised by the YWCA’s trained child care staff. The fee is $55 per child per day for families that are currently participating in YWCA Before or After School programs, and $75 for non-participating families. Advance registration is required. To register call 201-444-5600, ext. 352 or visit www.ywcabergencounty.org for details and registration forms. YWCA Before and After School Programs are offered at schools in seven Bergen County districts: Allendale, Cresskill, Dumont, Old Tappan, Oradell, Ridgewood, and Westwood. An after kindergarten program is available in Oradell. All programs are licensed by the State of New Jersey, Department of Children & Families.