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PROGRAMS

CLASS SCHEDULES

Group Exercise Schedule* | Gym Schedule*
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AQUATICS

Thank you for choosing the YMCA Fairfax County Reston as the place for you and your children to learn to swim. The YMCA has more than 100 years of teaching water safety and swimming skills across the country and you'll notice that the YMCA has a slightly different approach to its Swim Lessons program than you may have experienced in the past. The YMCA has always focused on the entire person, not just the swimmer. Therefore, our instructors will incorporate discussions of our Character Development Program -- Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility -- into their lessons. Children will learn about personal safety, boat safety, and backyard pool safety. Children will also learn to swim in a different manner, where the focus is on individual growth and development through guided discovery.

Parent/Child Swim Lessons (ages 6-36 months)

Parent and Tot

This class is designed for kids 6 to 36 months of age. Focus will be on acclimating children to the water environment. Games using basic water movements, such as kicking and arm strokes, are incorporated into each class.

Pikes with Parents

This class is designed for children 3-5 years who may benefit from the comfort and reassurance only a parent can provide. Children will learn to move independently using a backpack.

Pre-School Swim Lessons (ages 3-5 years)

School Age Swim Lessons (ages 6-12 years)

Youth Stroke Development Lessons (ages 6-14 years)

This is a good program for children who have already completed all levels of swim lessons or would like the more involved workout of a swim team without the competitive nature. Children should be able to swim all four strokes well and will receive advanced stroke work as well as starts and turns.

Adult Swim Lessons (ages 14 years and older)

Level I

For people who have a fear of the water or have never taken a swimming lesson. Water adjustment, kicking, arm strokes, and confidence in deep water are emphasized.

Level II

For people who can swim a short distance in shallow water with their faces in the water. Emphasis is on refining basic strokes and confidence in deep water.

Stroke Clinic

For more advanced swimmers who want to improve their strokes and endurance.

Masters Swim

This class will help novice triathletes improve their swimming times through basic stroke instruction, endurance, and interval training.

YMCA Swim Team -- The Reston Water Wolves

The YMCA Swim Team philosophy may differ a bit from the teams that you are familiar with. The philosophy of the YMCA and its sports programs is not to just build the athlete, but to build the total person, in spirit, mind, and body, through the implementation of our four pillars of character: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The YMCA also incorporates the philosophy of "everybody plays, everybody wins, and everybody has fun" into its sports programs. Swimming itself should not be just about winning, but about striving to improve individual abilities, and when it comes to meets, setting new personal best times. Our YMCA is part of the Chesapeake and Potomac Swim League (CPSL) which is a winter swim league comprised of 18 YMCA swim teams (fourteen from Maryland, three from Delaware, and one from Virginia). For more information regarding this program, please contact the Aquatics Director at (703) 318-5303.

Water Fitness

Water Fitness is a great workout that focuses on cardiovascular and muscular conditioning. With the reduced impact that water provides, there is less strain on joints in the body. Water adds resistance to your movement, which allows for even greater progress. Come and see what water fitness is all about.

Water Fitness

Water exercise is a great way to enjoy group exercise in a supportive environment. Classes incorporate cardiovascular training as well as strength conditioning.

Pre-Natal Water Workout

Physicians and fitness experts recommend water exercise during and after pregnancy. Mothers-to-be and new moms will enjoy exercising together in a supportive environment.

Low Intensity Water Workout

Workouts designed for individuals with joint disabilities (arthritis, lupus, knee replacements, etc.), multiple sclerosis, back injuries, and other individuals who require a low-aerobic water exercise program. Emphasis is on balance, range of motion, and increasing strength and endurance. Our pool is equipped with both an easy access ramp as well as a wheel chair for those who may need some assistance entering the pool.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Gym Schedule*

Youth Sports/Fitness

The YMCA Youth Sports philosophy encourages all participants to realize that sports participation is about goal-setting and teamwork. We encourage family involvement and values such as fair play and sportsmanship in addition to learning the fundamentals of the sport. The success of the program is partially dependent on volunteers.

Indoor Soccer (ages 3-9) January-March

YMCA Indoor Soccer enables us to take the weather out of the game but leave in the fun! With no out-of-bounds, indoor soccer is a great way to improve on soccer skills -- ball trapping, kicking, passing, and especially scoring. The first half hour will be a fun practice for working on very basic soccer skills, including easy-to-follow rules of the game. The last half hour will be a game against another team. Nobody keeps score and everybody wins.

Mighty Mites (ages 3-4)

Kinder Indoor Soccer (ages 5-6)

Kicks Indoor Soccer (ages 7-9)

Basketball (ages 5-12) March-April

This team sports program is an opportunity for kids to learn the basic principles of basketball. Each week will include a 30-minute practice followed by a game. The practice will focus on skills including ball handling, passing, and shooting. The game will give the players a chance to use the new skills they have acquired and to have fun with their teammates on the court. The height of the basket is lowered for the younger players to give them more opportunities to score. Players will receive a team T-shirt and a participation award. Parent involvement is encouraged under the leadership of a volunteer coach.

Rookies (ages 5-6)

Winners (ages 7-9)

Champions (ages 10-12)

Outdoor Soccer (ages 3-6) April-June

Mighty Mite (ages 3-4)

Kinder Soccer (ages 5-6)

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MARTIAL ARTS

Self-Defense in 3-5 Seconds (all ages)

Grand Master Bruce Jones has been a senior international statesman in the martial arts world for 38 years. A veteran of military and police combat, Bruce is a recent four-time world champion in Russian martial arts and is also a subject matter expert teacher for the U.S.M.C. close-combat instructor training school in Quantico, Va. He is certified by the U.S. Federal government to teach highly effective self-defense, considering moral and ethical issues, and ensuring the lawfulness of a threat response (emphasis on prevention). Grand Master Jones has protected four U.S. Presidents, Pope John Paul II, and many other Ambassadors and American corporate leaders. Let Bruce and his wife Judy Jones, a fourth degree black belt master of Ju-Jitsu, teach you usable self-defense techniques. The class format allows families to participate together. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Your registration allows you to attend all of the scheduled Ju-Jitsu classes.

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TEEN PROGRAMS

ASAP -- Athleticism, Speed, Agility, Power (ages 10-18)

An innovative sports conditioning program that can help young athletes (ages 10 to college level) achieve a higher level of performance. Individual workouts are designed to be sport specific.

Leader's Club (ages 12-15)

Teens are encouraged to apply to be part of the YMCA Leaders Club. This club provides local teens with opportunities to volunteer at various YMCA and community events including the YMCA's monthly family night, parents' night out, community fairs, and other service projects throughout Reston. Participants develop teamwork and leadership skills while learning how to manage a variety of responsibilities. Volunteer hours can be applied towards required community service hours for school. For more information, please call (703) 742-8800.

Teen After-School Program

The Reston YMCA and Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services have collaborated to provide 7th through 12th graders an after-school program. Students from Herndon Middle, Rachel Carson, Langston Hughes, and South Lakes High Schools can register to come to this after-school program Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Activities will include intramurals, school support, mentoring, leadership, service projects, computer club, swimming, fitness and weight lifting, art, drama, and music. For more information contact the Reston Teen Center at (703) 326-7040.

Reston Teen Center (Grades 7-12)

Tired of hanging out at all the usual places? Then try the Reston Teen Center. You need to be in grades 7-12 and live in Fairfax County. You can come out and jam to the sounds of a DJ and enjoy one of the field trips, including skiing, camping, or trips to one of the theme parks -- King's Dominion or Six Flags. You can also increase your computer skills or surf the Net. Most of the centers have computers, music, billiards in the game room, pick-up basketball, light snacks, and more. The Teen Center opens at 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call (703) 326-7040.

Middle School Dances

The YMCA Reston, Fairfax County Teen Services, and the Reston Community Center come together to provide dances for area teens. Middle school students are invited to the annual Halloween Costume Party as well as a variety of other dances provided throughout the year. For more information, please contact the Membership Services Desk at (703) 742-8800.

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FAMILY ENRICHMENT

Child Watch

Free child care while you work out is available for YMCA Full Privilege Family members. Staff ensure a safe and fun environment for children six weeks through 12-years-old. A variety of different activities are available, including a moonbounce, tumbling mats, a coloring table, and much more.

Parents' Night Out (ages 3-12)

The evening will include swimming, games, pizza, and an age-appropriate movie. Please remember to pack a swimsuit and towel.

Y Kids' Club (ages 2-5)

Y Kids' Club is a safe and enriching program for kids ages 2 to 5 to enjoy fun activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, gym games, and more at the YMCA. Y Kids' Club is offered Monday through Friday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sign up for one day a week OR up to five days a week.

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Wellness Orientation

Work with a Wellness Coach to build the habit of regular exercise. Learn how to use the FitLinxx network that is linked to every strength training machine in the fitness center and also tracks your cardiovascular workouts. Together our staff and FitLinxx will help you stay focused, monitor your progress, and provide feedback through the use of printouts accessed over the Web or at the Y.

Personal Training -- Every Workout Counts!

Customize your exercise program with the help of a personal trainer who will work with you one-on-one to identify and meet your specific needs and goals. With flexible appointments to fit your schedule, you'll get an extra boost by working with fitness professionals who understand your fitness goals. Some of the benefits you may experience include weight loss, changed percent of body fat, increased muscular strength, improved cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. All personal trainers are YMCA staffers. Free consultations are available by appointment.

Six-Session Fitness Package

Are you looking for a great start in health and fitness or need a "refresher" course? Check out our six-session fitness package! This is also a great program for those interested in enhancing their sports performance (i.e., golf, tennis, skiing, swimming) in which we emphasize the strength, flexibility, and stamina required in those sports.

Twelve-Session Fitness Package

For members who seek ongoing guidance and motivation, we offer this comprehensive program. You will attend regular one-on-one training sessions with your trainer, who will help you reach your fitness goals and be able to re-evaluate the progress you have made. You also receive a discounted rate for your training sessions.

Strength Advantage

Have you considered personal training with a licensed physical therapist? Post-rehab training programs can address a variety of medical conditions -- total joint replacement, arthritis, cardiac dysfunction, diabetes, neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, and general conditioning. Post-rehab and senior fitness training can be individualized to your personal medical needs and fitness goals. Programs will address a complete fitness profile of strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and flexibility. Basic nutritional counseling will also be available. Free initial consultations are available by appointment only.

Wellness Services

The YMCA offers comprehensive wellness services to our members. Our services include screenings to identify your level of wellness as well as educational programs and exercise to support processes to help you achieve and maintain optimal health and reduce your health care costs. Screenings regularly provided by the YMCA Reston include:

Body Fat

Measures your body composition and determines your lean mass. Knowing your body fat ratio can help you plan your diet and exercise in order to reach your health goals.

Blood Pressure

Measures how hard your heart has to work to pump blood and oxygen through your body. High blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)

Determines the number of calories your body burns at rest. This simple breath test can help you manage your weight, making your exercise routine and diet easier to establish.

Personal Profile (RMR Pro)

Combines your RMR reading with a specialized software program to establish your personalized and effective weight management goal. YMCA Reston also partners with local health agencies to provide additional screenings, which may include:

Bone Mass Density (BMD): Measures risk of osteoporosis.

Cholesterol: Measures both total and high density lipoprotein (HDL or good cholesterol).

Dermascan: Detects sun damage to skin.

Blood Glucose: Detects diabetes.

Flu Shots: Helps protect you from contracting the common flu.

Please contact our Wellness Director at (703) 318-5305 for information on upcoming screenings and fees.

A Touch of Health Therapeutic Massage

At A Touch of Health, all of our massage therapists are committed to providing the highest level of therapeutic massage. We tailor our massage according to each individual's specific needs and concerns. The initial consultation is designed to allow us to better understand clients and to increase the client's self-awareness. We presently work with clients who suffer from numerous ailments including fibromyalgia, muscle disease, heart conditions, Crohn's disease, and arthritis while offering rehabilitative and pregnancy massage as well. In addition, all our therapists are nationally and state certified. We also sell gift certificates. Remember, massage is not only fun and relaxing -- it also calms the nervous system and cleans and repairs the body. For appointments, call (703) 801-2429. Click HERE* for more information.

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GROUP HEALTH AND WELLNESS

We offer a variety of programs to accommodate all your cross-training needs and interests! All YMCA instructors are nationally certified. Click here for a class schedule.

Abs/Core

A powerful strength class focusing on core muscle conditioning using exercises that strengthen your abdominals and opposing muscle groups.

Active Older Adults

This low-impact workout for participants 55-years and older includes flexibility, cardiovascular, and strength conditioning.

Boot Camp 30-30

From military and martial arts conditioning to calisthenics (jogging/running) to upper and lower and core plyometric drills, participants are encouraged to come to one or both 30-minutes sessions. Weather permitting, activities may be held outside.

Body Sculpting

This is a non-cardiovascular strength training class focusing on all major muscle groups through the use of weights, bands, and steps to create resistance.

Cardio Sculpt

Same as above but with the addition of cardiovascular activity.

Cross Training/Cardio Conditioning

These high impact, upbeat classes are similar in that they offer a variety of training concepts, varying weekly. They capture traditional aerobics and extreme aerobics through the use of steps, tubes, ropes, boxing bags, ladders, medicine balls, body resistance, and more.

Cycling

This is a comprehensive system of athletic training using specialized indoor cycles. Members of all abilities and fitness levels will experience a fun and challenging workout.

Hip Hop

Have fun and get fit in this dance class using the hottest moves of today!

Hi-Lo and Low Impact Aerobics

Both are great cardiovascular workouts, including muscle toning and flexibility. Hi-lo includes both high and low impact conditioning. Low Impact is an equally great workout without the impact.

Kickboxing and Kickbox Interval

Both classes offer a high-intensity aerobics format using boxing and kickboxing moves for a great alternative workout. Intervals of weight training or conditioning drill may be included for improved overall fitness.

Moms 'N Motion

A fun way to exercise with babies and toddlers -- and a great way to bond with other moms needing that "time out."

Pilates

This class focuses on flexibility and strength for the total body. The "group mat" workout utilizes resistance exercises, each designed to stretch and strengthen the muscles involved while opening joints and releasing tension.

Step

Step aerobics is a great cardiovascular workout using a step (bench) with adjustable height and includes a short muscle toning and flexibility segment at the end.

Stability Ball

This class will increase your cardiovascular stamina, tone your core, lower, and upper body (weights and mats incorporated on occasion).

Sports Conditioning

This intense class offers a variety of hard-core cardio conditioning using various equipment. Focus is on functional exercise using speed and agility drills relating to everyday sports and active lifestyles.

Tai Chi

Strengthen your spirit, mind, and body through focused movement improving balance and aiding in stress reduction.

Yoga

We offer various types of yoga -- all help develop balance and strengthen the energies of the body. Yoga postures also help to harmonize the functions of breathing with mind and body.

Zumba

A high-energy dance class combining a variety of Latin rhythms like Merengue, Salsa, Cumbria, Calypso, Reggae, Samba, and Tango.

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MIND/BODY HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Hatha Yoga

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

This type of yoga (also known as power yoga) takes you through different asanas complemented by various pranayamas (conscious breathing) patterns associated with the Vinyasa Flow practice. Like Hatha yoga, we offer a wide choice of times for your convenience.

Pilates

Developed more than 70 years ago, the Pilates resistance control method is focused on flexibility and strength for the total body. The "group mat" workout utilizes resistance exercises emphasizing careful movements, each designed to stretch and strengthen the muscles involved, open joints, and release tension. Specific breathing patterns and fewer repetitions, combined with concentration on trunk stabilization, results in total mind-body conditioning and a longer, leaner physique.

Tai Chi

An ideal lifetime exercise that improves balance and aids in stress reduction. This mind, body, and spirit program focuses on muscle toning, correct posture, mental focus, and flexibility improvement.

Self-Defense in 3-5 Seconds (all ages)

Grand Master Bruce Jones has been a senior international statesman in the martial arts world for 38 years. A veteran of military and police combat, Bruce is a recent four-time world champion in Russian martial arts and is also a subject matter expert teacher for the U.S.M.C. close-combat instructor training school in Quantico, Va. He is certified by the U.S. Federal government to teach highly effective self defense, considering moral and ethical issues, and ensuring the lawfulness of a threat response (emphasis on prevention). Grand Master Jones has protected four U.S. Presidents, Pope John Paul II, and many other Ambassadors and American corporate leaders. Let Bruce and his wife Judy Jones, a fourth degree black belt master of Ju-Jitsu, teach you usable self-defense techniques. The class format allows families to participate together. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Your registration allows you to attend all of the scheduled Ju-Jitsu classes.

Tae Kwon Do -- Korean I.T.F. and W.T.F.
(minimum age of 4)
All Levels -- Beginners to Black Belt

Black Belt Hall of Fame member John Chung has been a leader in the martial arts community for 33 years. With his leadership, this YMCA program provides an excellent family experience. Participation in this Korean style martial art will offer the benefits of learning self-defense, encouraging self-control, promoting knowledge, enriching self-esteem, improving self-discipline, schooling physical fitness, cheering self achievement, and coaching understanding along with lots of fun. All students may attend any or all weekly classes scheduled for that level. Classes are offered Monday through Friday. Required uniforms and equipment are needed for continued participation.

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ADULT SPORTS

Adult Basketball Leagues (ages 18 and older)

The YMCA is the birthplace of basketball! We offer A level and B level leagues and provide referees. YMCA house teams are available for individual players.

A League: Experienced teams, highly competitive games
B League: New teams, varied skill levels, competitive games

Winter League: February-March 2006
Spring League: April-June 2006
Summer League: June-August 2006

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CHILD CARE

Your child is discovering all kinds of new worlds. That's why at YMCA Child Care we carefully design every activity to expand your kid's imagination and encourage lifelong positive values. Their newfound confidence naturally strengthens the relationship they have with you, and that progression is at the heart of our philosophy -- good child care is good family care. We offer: field trips, nutritious snacks, age-appropriate curriculum, winter and spring break camps, experienced professional staff, half-day and holiday special events, fun-filled activities, sports and fitness activities, enrichment activities, supervised homework time, and swimming classes.

Full- and part-time YMCA Child Care is divided into specific, age-appropriate programs that provide your kids with high-quality and enjoyable experiences. For infants and toddlers, personal attention, rich sensory experiences, and a generous supply of giggles are a big part of their day. Preschoolers learn the importance of making choices, taking turns, developing language skills, and working in a group while they play games and create to the limits of their imagination. School-aged kids join in a variety of experiences including: service-learning, science, reading, and developing and practicing social skills. They gather in a safe environment that focuses on making friends, building relationships, staying active, and exercising leadership skills.

Preschool Care (ages 16 months-5 years)

We provide preschool children with quality year-round child care, including experienced and trained staff, a state-licensed center, nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks, arts and crafts, music, and swimming.

School Age Care and Kindergarten Complement

With both the School Age and Kindergarten Complement program, the YMCA provides an extended learning experience that supports the educational, recreational, social, and emotional needs of today's youth. Our Before- and After-School Program provides transportation to and from fifteen area Fairfax County Public Schools in both Herndon and Reston. School Age and Kindergarten Complement also offer care on days when schools are closed for teacher workdays and winter/spring breaks. Please contact the School Age Director at (703) 326-7046 for fee information or registration.

YKids' Club

YKids' Club is a great opportunity for young children to enjoy age appropriate activities including swimming, arts and crafts, gym games, and more. This program offers a safe and exciting environment for children aged 2-5 years to be exposed to a variety of enriching experiences. For further information please call Arlinda Louh at (703) 318-5298. Click here* for a schedule.

Holiday Camps

Caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility are the cornerstones of every YMCA program. These traditional Y virtues are celebrated in our holiday camps.

Winter Break Camp (Grades K-6th Grade)
December 27-30, 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

The YMCA offers a Winter Break Camp during Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) winter break. Children will enjoy activities that include arts and crafts, technology, gym/field, field trips, swimming, and more. For more information contact the School Age Director at (703) 326-7046.

Spring Break Camp (Grades K-6th Grade)
April 10-14, 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

The YMCA offers a Spring Break Camp during FCPS spring break. Children will enjoy activities that include arts and crafts, technology, gym/field, field trips, swimming, and more. For more information contact the School Age Director at (703) 326-7046.

Spring Break Basketball Camp (ages: 6-12)
April 10-14, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

During the week of Spring Break the YMCA will be offering a co-ed basketball camp. This camp is designed to help improve dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. Program emphasis is on fun and fundamentals. Contact the School Age Director at (703) 326-7046.

S.A.D.I (School Age Drop-In)

S.A.D.I is offered to families in need of child care on FCPS Snow Days, FCPS Teacher Work Days and certain FCPS Student Holidays. Children will participate in a variety of activities which may include arts and crafts, movie time, gym/field, technology time, field trips, swimming, and more. S.A.D.I costs include 10 days of care from 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. throughout the school year, not including Winter or Spring Break Holidays. For more details, please contact the School Age Director at (703) 326-7046.

Child Watch

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VOLUNTEER

YMCAs are among the nation's leading volunteer organizations. Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Their time and talent go a long way. Every hour spent as a YMCA volunteer translates into the caring attention a child or teen needs to grow up healthy, happy, strong, and successful.

If you are interested in volunteering at the YMCA Fairfax County Reston, please fill out the volunteer opportunities described in more detail to ensure the best match within the YMCA. No matter how you choose to volunteer, you make a big difference as you work with others to create a feeling of connected community. If interested or to learn more about volunteer opportunities, click here or call (703) 742-8800.

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For further information on these and other programs offered
at the YMCA Fairfax County Reston, please download our
Program Guide* or call (703) 742-8800.

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YMCA Fairfax County Reston
12196 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20190
Telephone: (703) 742-8800 Fax: (703) 742-6241

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