Duneland YMCA Weekly Happenings
May 16th - May 23rd
For Youth Development
T-Ball/Coach Pitch Registration: Registration for children 3-7 years old is now taking place. The cost is $40 for Members and $80 for Non-Members. The season will run July 14th-August 25th. A pre-season skills camp will begin June 9th and will end June 30th for children ages 3-7 years old. The cost for the skills camp is $25 for all participants.
Summer Camp: Summer is right around the corner! Registration for Summer Camp is now being accepted for children in the 1st-7th grades. Camp is theme oriented with a different adventure each week. Summer Camp will be held June 11th-August 17th. Stop into the Duneland Y to find out about pricing and to register. Let your child take on summer at the Duneland Y!
Teen Night: Youth in the 7th-12th grades can come enjoy a night with their friends at the Duneland Family YMCA every Friday night 6:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. The cost is free for members and $3.00 for non-members. Please dress appropriately. Those not dressed according to the dress code may be refused entry. For information or volunteer opportunities please call (219) 926-4204.
Teen Center: The Teen Center is open to 7th through 12th graders Monday through Thursday from 5:00pm-7:30pm. It is a comfortable place to hang out and play DDR and Guitar Hero; have a snack at the snack bar; play a game of pool, foosball, or air hockey. Recently added is our rotating climbing wall and interactive gaming bikes. The Teen Center may be enjoyed by those with any of our memberships.
Parents Night Out: Every Friday from 6:00p.m. - 9:30 p.m. the Duneland Family YMCA provides childcare so you can go out and have some couple time. That’s right; you can have some fun while your kids can enjoy an exciting night full of games, activities and snacks. Members: $10 for 1st child and $5 each additional child. Non-members: $20 for the 1st child and $10 for each additional child. Please call no later than Thursday to reserve your spot so that sufficient staff is available.
For Healthy Living
Guest Speaker: Please join the Duneland Y in welcoming Jeff Barton from Custom Dosing Pharmacy in Valparaiso on May 22nd. Barton will be giving a presentation about Metabolic Syndrome and custom dosing hormones at 7:30p.m. in the Community Room. This is a free event opened to the community.
Never Too Old to Play: The Duneland Y invites Seniors within the Duneland Community to take part in the “Never Too Old to Play” day on Saturday, May 19th 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m. This event is aimed at getting individuals 65+ active and educated about healthy lifestyles. This event includes healthy snacks, drumming, dancing, and game play. All fitness levels are welcome.
Teen Weight Training: Teens 15-17 years old interested in using workout equipment must complete Teen Weight Training. There are two sessions that need to be completed. Membership Rules/Stretching will be held on Mondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Free Weight/Cardio Room Demonstration will be held Thursdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration is not needed.
Family Fitness Time: This is a time for families to work out together, bond, and have fun at the Duneland YMCA. Parents with children ages 7-14 can partake in activities at the Y Monday-Friday from 3:30-5:00p.m., Saturday from 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m., and Sundays from 12:00-5:00p.m. An orientation with a trainer for parents and children is required prior to using cardio equipment, and children wanting to use the weight room with adult supervision are required to complete the teen weight training program. Orientation with equipment is a free service provided by the YMCA. To schedule and orientation please call the front desk at 926-4204
For Social Responsibility
What’s on Your Mind: Join Kym Groceman and Dr. Dan Keilman every Friday morning between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. at the Red Cup Café for a new discussion forum, “What’s on Your Mind?” This discussion forum aims to encourage individuals in the Duneland community to talk about issues ranging from the community and politics to marriage and health. The discussion will be proctored by Kym Groceman and Dr. Dan Keilman; however, participants will decide the topics to be discussed. Each topic will be discussed for 10-15 minutes depending on the interest. This event is free and open to the public each week. Red Cup Café is located in downtown Chesterton, 115 Broadway.
Scrip from Wise Way: So far this year, we have earned almost $500 just through this program. How would you like to see some improvements in your Duneland Family Y? Wise Way will donated 10% of your grocery purchase back to the Y. Please stop by the Duneland Y to purchase your scrip certificates in increments of $5, $10, $25, and $50, take your crip certificates to Wise Way and pay for your purchase with them at the checkout.
