Infants & Toddlers

Squeaky Sneakers Gym (walking to 23 months old)

• Child must be able to walk to participate.
• Caregivers and children work together to enhance children’s social, emotional and physical development through movement education, art and music.

Busy Bees Gym (ages 2-3 years)
Movement education, art and music with caregiver participation designed for toddlers.

Swim Lessons Caregiver and Child (6 – 36 months old)    

• Caregiver must be in the water with child.  
• Lean water acclimation and safety.

Countess de Hoernle Youth Learning Center

• Preschool (15 months – 5 years old)
• Preschool education based on the child centered Reggio Emilia curriculum

Preschool Age Children

Y’s Little Owls (3-4 years old)

• Children enjoy games, dramatic play, and basic tumbling.
• Caregiver participation is not required.

YMCA Adventure Guides (4 years and older)
(Formerly known as the Y-Indian Guides Program)

• This parent-child program is designed to help foster and strengthen the relationship between children and parents.
• Groups of father & son/daughter and mother & son/daughter are developed according to geographic area and approximately 12 families are in each group.
• Children, 4 years and older, may participate.

Swim Lessons Preschool (3-5 years old)

• Maximum of 6 students per instructor.
• Basic swim and water safety skills are learned

Dance

• Kindertots (2 year olds)
  Designed to develop gross motor skills, movement creativity, physical development and body awareness.  Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:00p.m.
• Kinderdance (3-5 years old)
  Developmental dance/movement and fitness program which includes the basics of ballet, tap and creative movement.  Wednesday, 2:30-3:15 and 4:15 - 5:00p.m.

Countess de Hoernle Youth Learning Center (15 months – 5 years old)

• Preschool education based on the child centered
  Reggio Emilia curriculum.
• Swim instruction for students, 3 years and older.
• Provider of the state funded VPK program.
• 5 day, 3 day, and 2 day programs available (2-5 years old).
• Classrooms added renovated in 2006!

School Age Children

Judo (6 to 12 year olds)
Develops self-discipline and respect for oneself and others. It provides the means for learning self-confidence, concentration and leadership skills, as well as physical coordination, power and flexibility. Tuesday & Thursdays/5:30-6:30 p.m.

Sportfit (10-16 years old)
Our trainers will help participants be a step above the competition in his/her favorite sport(s).

Cardiovascular Orientation (10 –11 years old)

• Learn how to safely use the cardiovascular equipment.
• Upon completion, work out alongside your parent.

Youth Super Sports Leagues

• Seasonal sports include: Soccer, Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball and Flag Football
• Saturday games.
• Clinics and special sports events throughout the year.

Rookies Division – Ages 4-7

• Designed to teach the fundamental skills of the game.
• ˝ hour practice followed by ˝ hour game.

Winners Division – Ages 8-15

• Value based competitive sports program.
• One-hour weekday practice.
• One-hour Saturday game.

Kindercombo (6-9 years old)
A combination of ballet, tap and modern dance program.  This give the young dance student a solid foundation on which to build his or her dance skills. Wednesday, 4:45 - 5:30p.m.

Hip Hop (6 - 17 years old)
Learn basic moves to pop, rock and soul music resulting in trendy routines.

Swim Lessons (6 years and older)

• Seven levels/class groups provided.
• Learn water safety and develop swimming skills.

Swim Team (5 years and older)
Competitive swim team.

Countess de Hoernle Youth Center
Y After School Program (5- 14 years old)

• Operates from school dismissal to 6:30 p.m.
• Outdoor and indoor sports, homework time, arts and crafts, computers, recreational swimming and clubs.
• Transportation from your child’s school may be provided.

Exceptional Child Program (5- 14 years old)
Inclusion Opportunities for Children with Challenges

• Children with disabilities are invited to join all after school and camp programs.
• Our staff is available for you and your special needs child.
• Activities include homework time, games, sports, swimming and field trips.

YMCA Adventure Guides (4 years and older)
(Formerly known as the Y-Indian Guides Program)

• Designed to help foster and strengthen the relationship between children and parents.
• Groups of father & son/daughter and mother & son/daughter are developed according to geographic area. Approximately 12 families are in each group.

Teens

Teen Cardio Kick and Tone (11-17 years old)
Fast paced, high-energy class that uses kicks, jabs, and punches for an exciting whole body workout.

Youth Sports Conditioning (7-18 years old)
Our trainers will help participants be a step above the competition in his/her favorite sport(s).

Strength and Conditioning Course (12 –15 years old)
Three- week course that is mandatory for members, ages 12-15, whom would like to use the fitness center.

Judo (13 years old to adult)
Develops self-discipline and respect for oneself and others. It provides the means for learning self-confidence, concentration and leadership skills, as well as physical coordination, power and flexibility. Tuesday and Thursdays/6:45-7:45 pm.

Youth Super Sports Leagues (8- 15 years old)

• Winners Division - Values based competitive sports program.
  Seasonal sports include; Soccer, Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball, Flag Football

Hip Hop (6– 17 years old)
Learn basic moves to pop, rock and soul music resulting in trendy routines.

Swim Team (5-18 years old)
Competitive swim team.

YMCA Adventure Guides (4 years and older)
(Formerly known as the Y-Indian Guides Program)

• Designed to help foster and strengthen the relationship between children and parents.
• Groups of father & son/daughter and mother & son/daughter are developed according to geographic area. Approximately 12 families are in each group.

Teen Leaders Club (12-15 years old)

• Safe place for social time with other teens.
• Dedicated staff that help teens develop leadership skills, participate in service projects and refine employment skills.
• Special events and field trips take place throughout the year.
• Activities take place at the Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton.

Junior Lifeguard Club (12-15 years old)

• Offers such activities as water sports, water parks, waterfronts, marine biology, snorkeling and SCUBA, as well as volunteer opportunities at the YMCA.

Adults

Group Fitness Classes

• Join with others who enjoy a good workout.
• We offer a wide variety of group fitness classes some of which include, yoga, cycling, aerobics and aqua aerobics.

Running Club

• Learn proper running mechanics and techniques.
• Improve your running time, speed or endurance.
• Socialize while getting fit and improving your performance.
• Meets at the Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton.

Team YMCA

• Social fitness club focused on making friends and having fun with others who share an interest in running and walking for health.
• Meets at the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA of Boynton Beach.

Masters Swim Team

• Join other adults who love to spend time in the water.
• Improve your stroke, speed and form.
• Socialize while getting fit and improving your performance.
• Meets at the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA of Boynton Beach.

Adult Basketball League

• 18 and Older
• Full Court
• 9 regular season games plus tournament

Massage Therapy

• Increase blood circulation, promote relaxation, soothe aches and pains.
• The YMCA offers an array of massages to help you ease the strain of a workout and relax from a long day.

YMCA Adventure Guides (4 years and older)
(Formerly known as the Y-Indian Guides Program)

• Designed to help foster and strengthen the relationship between children and parents.
• Groups of father & son/daughter and mother & son/daughter are developed according to geographic area. Approximately 12 families are in each group.

Senior Wellness

• YMCA staff provides guidance and support for recommended health and wellness activities
• Organized field trips and outings for members 62 years and older.
• Transportation provided to local attractions, movies, shopping, and cultural events.
• Health education lectures and presentations.
• Meets at the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA of Boynton Beach.

Spirit of the Y

• Social program that emphasizes volunteerism
• Collaborate with your peers on YMCA special events
• Meetings are held in the Association Office.

Friday Night Club

• Social and recreational programs for teens and adults with various disabilities.
• Participants remain at the YMCA from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Meets at the Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton.

Friday Night Live

• Social and recreational program for teens and adults with less severe disabilities, who are higher functioning.
• Participants go out every Friday night to the movies, dinner, dancing, etc.
• Meets at the Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton.

The YMCA offers activities that provide social, educational, and physical enrichment. Please contact the member services desk for meeting times and locations.