January 9, 2007

An algona family ymca member e-publication

Our Mission:
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Our Values:
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are the basis for all that we do.

Our Promise:
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.

CURRENT FACILITY HOURS

Monday-Thursday
4:30 am-10:00 pm

Friday
4:30 am-9:00 pm

Saturday
7:00 am-7:00 pm

Sunday
10:00am-7:00pm

CURRENT DROP IN CHILDCARE HOURS

8:30am – 11:30am

Monday – Saturday

4:15-7:30pm

Monday – Thursday

OPEN DOORS Financial Assistance is available to the extent possible through generous donations from friends, families and fundraising events. Financial Assistance may be used for annual memberships or programs at the Algona Family YMCA. Both members and non-Members are encouraged to apply. For more information on how to make a donation or to request a confidential application, stop by the Registration Desk at the ALGONA Family YMCA during regular business hours

Caring Honesty Respect Responsibility

Jan. 2007

TRY THE Y DAYS!

We welcome members to invite friends and family to come and check us out for “Try the Y Days” beginning Monday, February 5^th through Saturday, February 10^th.  The entire facility will be open to the public for use.  Anyone that decided to join during this week will receive 1 free month of membership!  Spread the word to stop in and “Try the Y”!

SURVIVOR

It’s back!  This is a team challenge for all members.  The event is based on exercise units earned (one ½ hour of non-stop activity is considered 1 unit) this includes all classes, weight training and cardio training.  Each week there will also be a fitness challenge to be completed by the whole team.  Teams can have up to 5 members and each week the total units for the team will be displayed on the bulletin board.

Everyone who reaches the goal and completes the challenges will receive a T-shirt. 

You must be a YMCA member 15 years or older to participate.

Registration begins Wednesday, January 10^th  

Registration Fee $15.00

The 8 week race begins Thursday, February 1st!

Contact Brad at the YMCA for more information 295-7701.

TOWELS

Once again we find our towel numbers dwindling and are asking for your help!  If you or anyone in your household had accidentally taken home some of the YMCA workout towels we will gladly accept them  - no questions asked!

TEEN DANCE

Saturday, January 13^th   from 7:30 – 10:30!

$5.00 per person.

KOSSUTH CONNECTIONS

The 1^st Snow Ball dance was a big success.  Over 100 kids from all over the county attended and had a great time.  Pictures are available on the latest Kossuth Connections newsletter: http://www.algonaymca.org/Documents/KCJan2007.pdf

PROGRAM UPDATE

Sessions of basketball and wrestling are under way.  There is still time to sign up for the adult racquetball league.  Stop by the YMCA for more information. 

DID YOU KNOW?

We no longer have pop in the family center.  We are now offering only juices, milks, water and PowerAde.  All items will be available in smaller sizes for our youth members!  We also have revamped our snack selection and are looking to provide healthier options such as fruit, granola bars, pretzels, and much more.