Listed Below is all the programs offered for Youth, Teen, Family Time and Adult activates the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA has to offer in fall, winter, spring, and summer. Some activities may not be available depending on the time of year. Please consult of Program Guide or Contact Us for assistance.
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Y Night |
Healthy Kid's Day |
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Kid's love Y-Night! Get ready for a night of crazy fun for you and all your friends. Then be part of the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA's energetic program just for students in grades 1-6. |
Make a date with family and visit the YMCA to Celebrate our annual Healthy Kid's Day. The even is free and open to the entire community. Stay tuned for the listing of the day's events. | |
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Pool Birthday Parties at the Y |
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| Your birthday party will be a "splash" hit at the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA. Your rental will include the pool with lifeguard for one hour and a party room for two hours. Limited days and times are available. Maximum of 18 guests per party. Contact Tori at 695-4467 to schedule your pool party today. | ||
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Kayak Safety Clinic |
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| This clinic will focus on the safety skills necessary for the enjoyment of kayaking. This is a fun interactive workshop where you will be given the opportunity to practice first hand safety skills and view demonstrations. A variety of kayaks and personal flotation devices will be available for your education. | ||
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YMCA Tutoring Program |
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The YMCA Education Staff, working in conjunction with the Hollidaysburg Area School District staff and students, extend peer tutoring to students of all ages, in all grades, in all subject areas. Tutoring can be scheduled after school or on weekends. Contact Sue Ickes, Tutoring Coordinator, for more information 695-3204 |
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Scout Swim Badge |
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| Does your Troop need to earn a badge? Our instructors will test your skills so you can earn that badge, or get you ready to earn you badge. We also can test for summer camp. Each scout will have one hour of free swim time immediately following testing. | ||
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Discover Scuba Diving |
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| Learn how to assemble SCUBA equipment, breath safely underwater, swim with equipment, and disassemble equipment. Open to ages 10 and up. Please bring your own snorkel and mask. |
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Intro to Weight Training |
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| At the YMCA we believe fitness should start at a young age. However, we want to make sure youth weight training is done safely and properly. Teens will learn proper training techniques and also how to design an effective training program that will enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury. | ||
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High School Nut League |
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| A Hollidaysburg Tradition, the Nut League is an intramural league for High School Players in the Blair Country area. Only players not participating on High School Team are eligible. All teams in this league incorporate the word "nut" into the team name. Games will be full court and officiated. All teams must have an adult coach at every game. | ||
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Intramural High School Co-Ed Volleyball League |
Y-Teens |
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| This six on six league holds our games in the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA Gym. Teams consist of a mix of male and female players with a roster maximum of 20 participants. | Meet your friends at the Y, and enjoy Open Gym, Open Swim, Volunteer Coaching Opportunities, and Community Service Opportunities | |
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Kayak Safety Clinic |
YMCA Tutoring Program |
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| This clinic will focus on the safety skills necessary for the enjoyment of kayaking. This is a fun interactive workshop where you will be given the opportunity to practice first hand safety skills and view demonstrations. A variety of kayaks and personal floatation devices will be available for your evaluation. |
The YMCA Education Staff, working in conjunction with the Hollidaysburg Area School District staff and students, extend peer tutoring to students of all ages, in all grades, in all subject areas. Tutoring can be scheduled after school or on weekends. Contact Sue Ices, Tutoring Coordinator, for more |
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"Super Sitter" Baby-Sitting Workshop |
Youth Job Service |
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This class is intended to prepare first time baby-sitters or to increase the quality of service of an experienced sister. Safety, responsibility and emergency procedures are the focal point in this outstanding course. Successful participants of this workshop will receive a certificate. Program offered at the YMCA Children's Center. Instructor: Kathy Imler. |
The Hollidaysburg Area YMCA’s Youth Job Service provides a reliable, low cost work force to Hollidaysburg and surrounding Blair County communities. Youth between the ages of 13 and 16 are trained in various jobs ranging from child, lawn, car, & pet care to housekeeping, painting, and light duty maintenance. The YMCA then provides an opportunity for those young workers to be placed in work assignments throughout Blair County. Workers are supervised and customer satisfaction is guaranteed. Interested youth workers must complete an employment application, a worker questionnaire, and a worker agreement prior to entry into the program. Workers must then attend an orientation session, complete a successful interview, and attend training sessions before entering the Youth Job Service work force. Customers with work to be done can complete a work request form. All forms and applications are available at the YMCA and YCC front desk. Youth Job Service Director: Mark Shoenfelt Please direct inquiries to: 695-4467 ext. 227 |
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Memorial Spaghetti Dinner |
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| Join us for Dinner! The Annual Memorial Spaghetti Dinner Raises funds for the Capital Improvements Fund. Eat-in or take-out will be available. Adults $5.50 Children: $4.00 | ||
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Olde Tyme Faire |
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| Mixing history and adventure with humor and suspense. A fun day for the whole family. Visit the Hall of Curiosities filled with wonder and oddities that will amuse and amaze even the doubters. Eat, stuff, pitch, roll, and squeeze pumpkins to your heart's delight. | ||
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Healthy Kid's Day |
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Healthy Kid’s Day will tackle the health problems that face our children today through taking part in games and fun hands-on activities that will teach valuable lessons about health, nutrition, substance abuse and physical fitness. Families will have fun together while learning how to begin a regular health and fitness program. The Hollidaysburg Area YMCA has always been committed to providing youth development programs, childcare and enhanced physical, mental and spiritual health. Our goal for Healthy Kid’s Day is to help encourage families to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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Kayak Safety Clinic |
YCC Annual Children's Festival |
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| This clinic will focus on the safety skills necessary for the enjoyment of kayaking. This is a fun interactive workshop where you will be given the opportunity to practice first hand safety skills and view demonstrations. A variety of kayaks and personal flotation devices will be available for your evaluation. | This festival promotes good old fashioned family fun with carnival games, children's crafts, food booths, and prizes. T-shirts will be given away while supplies last. All proceeds from the festival will benefit the programs and services of the YMCA Children's Center. | |
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Discover Scuba Diving |
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Annual Chicken Barbeque |
| Learn how to assemble SCUBA equipment, breathe safely underwater, swim with equipment, and disassemble equipment. Open to ages 10 and up. Please bring your own snorkel and mask. | The Women's Auxiliary will hold its 25th annual Chicken Barbeque fundraiser which includes a half chicken, two side dishes and a roll. A limited number of tickets are available. | |
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Speak Italian |
Christmas Party |
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| Ciao! Learn Italian history, heritage, and language while building friendships that will last a lifetime. Taught by Tab Scarfone. Open to ages 16 & up. | Adult covered dish, entertainment, 50/50 drawing. Meat, beverage and place setting will be provided. You bring a cover dish and a $2.00 item for the gift exchange. Please sign up at the Welcome Center before November 24. | |
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AYA Soup Luncheon |
Women's Summer Basketball League |
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| "The soup of the day is"... The AYA Club is making homemade soup and selling it by the quart, pint, and bowl. (Please bring your own container for quarts and pints.) Any donations of soup "fixin's" will be greatly appreciated. Contact the Y if you wish to make a contribution. | This league has featured all of the premier players of the area's hot bed of talent and has helped contribute to the successof all area high school programs. The league is separated into scholastic and alumni divisions, with inter-divisional competition. Games are Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings. | |
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YMCA Book Club |
Men's 30 & Over Pick Up Basketball League |
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| Join in this fun, relaxing evening once a month, Simply read the book prior to attending that month's meeting, and join in the discussion of the book's plot, characters, themes, and appeal. Jamie Fabian is a member of the faculty at Penn State. Her enthusiasm and insight set the tone for an enjoyable gathering. Attend every month's meeting. or occasionally as your schedule allows. Book selections are made by group members several months in advance. | This is a recreational league designed for a maximum of 12 teams with no playoffs. The cost will be based on the number of games played and the league winner will be determined by the team with the best overall record. | |
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St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance |
Kayak Safety Clinic |
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| Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day, with dinner and dancing at The Casino at Lakemont Park. Proceeds from this event benefit the Annual Support Campaign. Ticket sales will be announced. | This clinic will focus on the safety skills necessary for the enjoyment of kayaking. This is a fun interactive workshop where you will be given the opportunity to practice first hand safety skills and view demonstrations. A variety of kayaks and personal flotation devices will be available for your evaluation. | |
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Annual Rotary Blood Screening |
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| The Hollidaysburg Rotary Club in cooperation with the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA will hold its annual blood screening. | ||
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FREE Adult Health Fair |
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| Health Fair Day at the Y can make a healthier you! Adult wellness is recognized by the YMCA of the USE as a primary concern. Area businesses and organizations will be on hand to discuss health, fitness, skin, hair care, and personal wellness. There will also be various health screenings available. | ||
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Halloween Bake Sale |
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| Make or buy your favorite baked goods. Sale will be held at the Welcome Center at the Dysart Park site. Proceeds from the sale will buy refreshments for the Christmas Party. | ||
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Valentine's Luncheon |
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| Bring your sweetie and sweets to share. We'll provide the beverage and place setting. Don't miss this enjoyable afternoon of good friends and good food. | ||
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