Thursday, July 22, 2010
Every Beach Bum double play is a donation to the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA.
The Larkin Group and West Bend Insurance are sponsoring the Double Play for YMCA. West Bend will provide a grant up to $2,000 this season for every double play that the Traverse City Beach Bums has against their opponent.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA wishes to thank the Larkin Group and West Bend Insurance for their support of the Y vision. The Y is a powerful association of men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community.
Click Here To Hear a Y Double Play!
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA wishes to thank the Larkin Group and West Bend Insurance for their support of the Y vision. The Y is a powerful association of men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community.
Click Here To Hear a Y Double Play!
Y Basketball-More Than Just Skills
By LESLIE SWANSON
Y Marketing and Media Intern
What many people do not know is that the sport of basketball was created at a YMCA way back in the day. Another little known fact about YMCA basketball is that, especially at the local facility, it is one of the very few programs that truly run year-round.
Whether it’s through tournaments, leagues or “Bitty Basketball” (basketball clinics for 3 year olds), the YMCA gives folks of all ages an opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s oldest games.
At the local Y, there are several adult leagues, varying in size, offered throughout the year. A league for boys in grades three through five take place November through December, while its sister league for girls runs January through February. This is the first time the leagues have been split up.
Another first this year is a high school league involving teams from 12 area high schools. The YMCA is hoping to incorporate them into the fall women’s league. That league was born when the volleyball and girls basketball seasons switched several years ago.
Especially for the youngsters, basketball is a great environment to learn some very important lessons, not only about the game, but lessons in life.
Thanks to people like Heather Simpson, head basketball coach at Traverse City Central High School, these kids are given opportunities to not only work their skills, but put them into game situations and give back to the community at the same time.
Last winter, Simpson brought in five or six of her players every Saturday to give young girls a chance to learn the game. After a few Saturdays, the girls played during halftime at one of the high school games. They raised money for a charity and were able to give athletic shoes to less fortunate children in the community.
The YMCA’s basketball program does more for kids than just expose them to the game. It truly does help to instill not only the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, and respect, but also sportsmanship and friendly competition.
“It’s a great opportunity for kids to not only learn the game, but also learn valuable life lessons in competition and sportsmanship,” Simpson said of the YMCA basketball program.
Y Marketing and Media Intern
What many people do not know is that the sport of basketball was created at a YMCA way back in the day. Another little known fact about YMCA basketball is that, especially at the local facility, it is one of the very few programs that truly run year-round.
Whether it’s through tournaments, leagues or “Bitty Basketball” (basketball clinics for 3 year olds), the YMCA gives folks of all ages an opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s oldest games.
At the local Y, there are several adult leagues, varying in size, offered throughout the year. A league for boys in grades three through five take place November through December, while its sister league for girls runs January through February. This is the first time the leagues have been split up.
Another first this year is a high school league involving teams from 12 area high schools. The YMCA is hoping to incorporate them into the fall women’s league. That league was born when the volleyball and girls basketball seasons switched several years ago.
Especially for the youngsters, basketball is a great environment to learn some very important lessons, not only about the game, but lessons in life.
Thanks to people like Heather Simpson, head basketball coach at Traverse City Central High School, these kids are given opportunities to not only work their skills, but put them into game situations and give back to the community at the same time.
Last winter, Simpson brought in five or six of her players every Saturday to give young girls a chance to learn the game. After a few Saturdays, the girls played during halftime at one of the high school games. They raised money for a charity and were able to give athletic shoes to less fortunate children in the community.
The YMCA’s basketball program does more for kids than just expose them to the game. It truly does help to instill not only the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, and respect, but also sportsmanship and friendly competition.
“It’s a great opportunity for kids to not only learn the game, but also learn valuable life lessons in competition and sportsmanship,” Simpson said of the YMCA basketball program.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
YMCA 2010 Men’s “Fall” Softball League
What: YMCA Men’s “Fall” Softball League
When: League begins September 6th, 2010 at the Civic Center in Traverse City, Michigan (Eden)
Leagues: Monday & Wednesday evenings – Double-headers wherever possible
Cost: $400.00
Deadline: August 27th, 2010
Format: Round robin league schedule – First 10 paid teams will be entered in the league
How to Pay: Please make checks payable to “GT Bay YMCA” and mail to YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr Traverse City, MI 49684.
Contact Barb Beckett at phone 231.933.9622 for more information.
When: League begins September 6th, 2010 at the Civic Center in Traverse City, Michigan (Eden)
Leagues: Monday & Wednesday evenings – Double-headers wherever possible
Cost: $400.00
Deadline: August 27th, 2010
Format: Round robin league schedule – First 10 paid teams will be entered in the league
How to Pay: Please make checks payable to “GT Bay YMCA” and mail to YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr Traverse City, MI 49684.
Contact Barb Beckett at phone 231.933.9622 for more information.
YMCA “Fall COED” Softball League
What: YMCA “Fall COED” Softball League
Where: All games played at the Civic Center in Traverse City, Michigan (Eden)
Nights: Sunday late afternoon/evening start
Cost: $400.00 per team fee. Fee must be paid in full to register
Deadline: August 27th, 2010
Play Begins: Sunday September 12th, 2010. Approximately 7 week season.
Format: Round robin league format. Guaranteed 7 games, limited to first 16 paid teams.
Registration may be started by completing the form below and returning it along with your $400.00 team fee to the YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr. Traverse City, MI 49684
Contact Barb Beckett at 231.933.9622 for more information.
Where: All games played at the Civic Center in Traverse City, Michigan (Eden)
Nights: Sunday late afternoon/evening start
Cost: $400.00 per team fee. Fee must be paid in full to register
Deadline: August 27th, 2010
Play Begins: Sunday September 12th, 2010. Approximately 7 week season.
Format: Round robin league format. Guaranteed 7 games, limited to first 16 paid teams.
Registration may be started by completing the form below and returning it along with your $400.00 team fee to the YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr. Traverse City, MI 49684
Contact Barb Beckett at 231.933.9622 for more information.
YMCA 2010 Women’s & High School “Fall” Basketball
What: YMCA Women’s & High School “Fall” League Basketball
Cost: $300.00 team sponsor fee plus $25.00 per player fee
When: Week of September 19th – November 7th, 2010
Where: Sunday evenings in TC area gyms – All high school age females & above welcome.
Registration Deadline: September 6th, 2010
Format: Round robin league format. Registration may be started by completing the form below and returning it along with $300.00 team fee to the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr. Traverse City, MI 49684.
Call Barb Beckett at 231-933-YMCA (9622) for more information.
Note:
No team will be accepted without a completed registration form and the $300.00 team registration fee.
Cost: $300.00 team sponsor fee plus $25.00 per player fee
When: Week of September 19th – November 7th, 2010
Where: Sunday evenings in TC area gyms – All high school age females & above welcome.
Registration Deadline: September 6th, 2010
Format: Round robin league format. Registration may be started by completing the form below and returning it along with $300.00 team fee to the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA 3000 Racquet Club Dr. Traverse City, MI 49684.
Call Barb Beckett at 231-933-YMCA (9622) for more information.
Note:
No team will be accepted without a completed registration form and the $300.00 team registration fee.
Monday, July 12, 2010
TC Pop Warner Sign Up
Reminder: Traverse City Pop Warner Football Sign Up today at 7:00 pm at YMCA Main Facility
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Parking for Parade and Fireworks
National Cherry Festival, Traverse City, MI -
Parking for Parade and Fireworks is available at 333 Grandview Pkwy across from the volleyball courts at the Harborview Center for $10 per vehicle. A fund raiser for the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA. First come, first serve.
Parking for Parade and Fireworks is available at 333 Grandview Pkwy across from the volleyball courts at the Harborview Center for $10 per vehicle. A fund raiser for the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA. First come, first serve.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
July YMCA Teen Dance Cancelled
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA has announced the cancellation of the July Teen Dcance that was to be held on Saturday, July 17, 2010.
There will be a teen dance on Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 7-10 pm as scheduled.
"Teen dances provide a safe environment for teens, and an opportunity to meet new friends, mingle, listen to great music, and enjoy an activity just for them!" according to Molly Brown, Y Teen Director, "Parents and other adult volunteers always help to make the dance a great event. They will see we provide a safe, wholesome environment for this dance."
Admission is free to YMCA members and $5 per person for the public. Identification is required for entry. Parents and volunteers are always welcomed to help with dances. Dress and dancing codes are enforced.
People are encouraged to contact Y Teen Director Molly Brown at 421.3568 or molly@gtbayymca.org for more information on the dance and volunteer opportunities.
Come to the Parade
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA will have 2 floats in the parade tonight.
Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade for the National Cherry Festival
Thursday, July 8, Start Time: 6:30 PM to End Time: 8:30 PM
See one of America's only Kids Parades, the Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade features the National Cherry Festival Prince and Princess court representing our 26 local Elementary schools. Come see clowns, marching bands, floats, and much more! Approximately two hours.
The Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade theme for 2010 is "Awesomely Awesome Michigan Cities".
You can still get in the parade! Kids can sign up under categories starting at 4:45pm at F&M Park. Categories include Bikes, Cherry People, Cardboard Floats, Pets, Daycare, and many more!
Don't miss the Cherry Royale Parade on Saturday, July 10 at 11:15 a.m.!
Front to Union to 7th Streets (wheelchair access at corner of 6th and Union Street)
Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade for the National Cherry Festival
Thursday, July 8, Start Time: 6:30 PM to End Time: 8:30 PM
See one of America's only Kids Parades, the Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade features the National Cherry Festival Prince and Princess court representing our 26 local Elementary schools. Come see clowns, marching bands, floats, and much more! Approximately two hours.
The Touchstone Energy Junior Royale Parade theme for 2010 is "Awesomely Awesome Michigan Cities".
You can still get in the parade! Kids can sign up under categories starting at 4:45pm at F&M Park. Categories include Bikes, Cherry People, Cardboard Floats, Pets, Daycare, and many more!
Don't miss the Cherry Royale Parade on Saturday, July 10 at 11:15 a.m.!
Front to Union to 7th Streets (wheelchair access at corner of 6th and Union Street)
Monday, July 5, 2010
YMCA Pop Warner Football: Through the Years
First Published in the Grand Traverse Insider – Sunday, July 4, 2010
YMCA Pop Warner: Through the Years
Leslie Swanson
Y Marketing and Media Intern
After 15 years of Pop Warner football at Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, it seemed appropriate to take a look back at Pop Warner’s roots.
Originally dubbed the Junior Football Conference, Pop Warner football was an outlet for inner-city boys to not only let off some energy, but also a safe, nurturing environment to learn the rules of football. Five years after its first season, Tomlin organized a clinic for all 16 teams to take place in April 1934. The night prior to the clinic, temperatures dropped and combined with high winds and sleet to create some pretty nasty traveling conditions for speakers coming to the clinic. Among the list of speakers was Glenn Scobie “Pop” Warner, a legend among active football coaches and coach of the Temple Owls. Warner was the only speaker to show up to the clinic. The 800 players in attendance kept him talking and answering questions for nearly two hours. After the clinic, the Junior Football Conference soon took the name of the Pop Warner Conference.
In less than ten years, the league expanded from just 16 teams to almost 160 teams. Most players were at least 15 years old, although there were a few as old as 30. During the years of the depression, many kids left school. Tomlin saw that as a problem and incorporated literature, speakers, and provided tutors to kids who wanted to stay in school. When World War II came, many of the older players were forced to leave football to fight in the war. Many teams ceased to exist and the league was only left with 42 teams. In 1947, the conference was able to bounce back with 100 teams, but instead of teams being made up mostly of older players as in years passed, teams were made up of primarily younger boys. To accommodate this movement, rules were set up to benefit the younger players and the era of “midget football” was born. Within another ten years, the league had grown to 3000 teams.
In 1970, girls felt the need to join in the fun of Pop Warner football. Cheering from the stands was not enough for them, so Pop Warner Cheerleading emerged and grew at an extremely rapid pace.
In 1983, a flag football program was introduced to teams working with a low budget. Flag football has continued to grow and is an excellent way to train younger players for tackle football.
Today, over 300,000 boys and girls, ranging in age from 5 to 16 are involved in Pop Warner programs nationwide. In recent years, Mexico and Japan have jumped on the Pop Warner bandwagon.
Just as rapidly as Pop Warner spread across the country, it has certainly spread like wildfire in our region. What started in 1995 as 10 football teams across four northern Michigan counties has expanded into over 90 football teams and 25 cheer teams spanning 10 counties with nearly 325 coaches. Bellaire, Benzie, Boyne City, Cadillac, Central Lake, Charlevoix, East Jordan, Elk Rapids, Evart, Forest Area, Frankfort, Glen Lake, Harbor Springs, Kalkaska, Kingsley, Lake City, Ludington, Mancelona, Manistee, Manton, Marion, McBain, Mesick, Onekama, Pellston, Petoskey, Pine River, Scottville, Suttons Bay, and Traverse City make up the 30-town region of Pop Warner football that has been run by the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA for the past 15 years.
Each year, about 2500 kids participate in Pop Warner football. With over 300 kids, Traverse City has the largest participation. A sign up for Traverse City kids only will be held on July 12 at 7:00 PM at the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA. Currently, there are two divisions: Junior Peewee and Junior Midget. Junior Peewee is for ages 8-10 and 60-105 pounds. Junior Midget is for ages 10-12 and 85-135 pounds.
YMCA Pop Warner Football is a travel league, held Saturdays in September and October, and area associations host an all-day slate of games. Y Pop Warner is safe, fun, and a great way to learn the skills of tackle football.
YMCA Pop Warner creates so many wonderful opportunities for boys and girls alike to learn important values such as sportsmanship and teamwork as well as instilling the YMCA’s four core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Visit the following websites for more information: www.gtbayymca.org, www.ymcafootball.com, and www.youthfootball.org.
YMCA Pop Warner: Through the Years
Leslie Swanson
Y Marketing and Media Intern
After 15 years of Pop Warner football at Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, it seemed appropriate to take a look back at Pop Warner’s roots.
Originally dubbed the Junior Football Conference, Pop Warner football was an outlet for inner-city boys to not only let off some energy, but also a safe, nurturing environment to learn the rules of football. Five years after its first season, Tomlin organized a clinic for all 16 teams to take place in April 1934. The night prior to the clinic, temperatures dropped and combined with high winds and sleet to create some pretty nasty traveling conditions for speakers coming to the clinic. Among the list of speakers was Glenn Scobie “Pop” Warner, a legend among active football coaches and coach of the Temple Owls. Warner was the only speaker to show up to the clinic. The 800 players in attendance kept him talking and answering questions for nearly two hours. After the clinic, the Junior Football Conference soon took the name of the Pop Warner Conference.
In less than ten years, the league expanded from just 16 teams to almost 160 teams. Most players were at least 15 years old, although there were a few as old as 30. During the years of the depression, many kids left school. Tomlin saw that as a problem and incorporated literature, speakers, and provided tutors to kids who wanted to stay in school. When World War II came, many of the older players were forced to leave football to fight in the war. Many teams ceased to exist and the league was only left with 42 teams. In 1947, the conference was able to bounce back with 100 teams, but instead of teams being made up mostly of older players as in years passed, teams were made up of primarily younger boys. To accommodate this movement, rules were set up to benefit the younger players and the era of “midget football” was born. Within another ten years, the league had grown to 3000 teams.
In 1983, a flag football program was introduced to teams working with a low budget. Flag football has continued to grow and is an excellent way to train younger players for tackle football.
Today, over 300,000 boys and girls, ranging in age from 5 to 16 are involved in Pop Warner programs nationwide. In recent years, Mexico and Japan have jumped on the Pop Warner bandwagon.
Just as rapidly as Pop Warner spread across the country, it has certainly spread like wildfire in our region. What started in 1995 as 10 football teams across four northern Michigan counties has expanded into over 90 football teams and 25 cheer teams spanning 10 counties with nearly 325 coaches. Bellaire, Benzie, Boyne City, Cadillac, Central Lake, Charlevoix, East Jordan, Elk Rapids, Evart, Forest Area, Frankfort, Glen Lake, Harbor Springs, Kalkaska, Kingsley, Lake City, Ludington, Mancelona, Manistee, Manton, Marion, McBain, Mesick, Onekama, Pellston, Petoskey, Pine River, Scottville, Suttons Bay, and Traverse City make up the 30-town region of Pop Warner football that has been run by the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA for the past 15 years.
YMCA Pop Warner Football is a travel league, held Saturdays in September and October, and area associations host an all-day slate of games. Y Pop Warner is safe, fun, and a great way to learn the skills of tackle football.
YMCA Pop Warner creates so many wonderful opportunities for boys and girls alike to learn important values such as sportsmanship and teamwork as well as instilling the YMCA’s four core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Visit the following websites for more information: www.gtbayymca.org, www.ymcafootball.com, and www.youthfootball.org.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Need a place to park during the Cherry Festival?
Remind your friends and out of town visitors to Park at Harbor View Center, 333 Grandview Blvd, across from the Volleyball Courts on West Traverse Bay. Park from Saturday, July 3 - Saturday, July 10. Evenings and Weekends only. Rates vary depending on the day. Buy our Coca Cola products to further support the Y!
The Harbor View Center is a generous supporter the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA and we thank them for their parking lot.
Proceeds of this fundraiser will be used for the programs and activities of the YMCA. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA has been serving the 5 country region as a charity since 1964.
Want to volunteer? We need your help, particularly on July 4th! Call Dave Eitland at 933-9622 or 357-0524 or dave@gtbayymca.org to find out times to serve.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
The Y WILL be open during our regular hours Monday, July 5!
July 4th weekend hours:
Sunday, July 4- CLOSED
Monday, July 5- 6AM-9PM
Friday, July 2- 6AM-9PM
Saturday, July 3- 8AM-12PMSunday, July 4- CLOSED
Monday, July 5- 6AM-9PM
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Y seeking marketing and media intern
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is seeking a Marketing and Media Intern to further expand our presence on the web as a mechanism to communicate to our members and friends. This internship is based at our main facility at 3000 Racquet Club Dr, Traverse City.
Intern must be a creative writer, fluent in English and grammar, fluent in current technology of communication including Facebook, Twitter, Internet, etc. Intern will help to implement electronic newsletters to various YMCA constituencies.
Intern will write profiles, news releases, and update various on-line media. Content will vary as with all of our 65 different programs. Experience in layout, design, and digital photography a plus.
Intern will feel comfortable to work in both classical media and forms of communication as driven the new technology.
Intern must interact with a variety of people in a professional manner and represent YMCA mission, values, and vision at all times. This is an uncompensated internship. Intern will be responsible for all arrangements for academic credit.
The hoped for start date would be September 7 for fall term.
Candidates are encouraged to send Letter of Interest, resume, and 3 writing samples or web work to Dave Eitland, Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, 3000 Racquet Club Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Contact Dave Eitland, director of marketing, at dave@gtbayymca.org or 231-933-9622. Our website displaying our over 65+ programs is at www.gtbayymca.org contact our Front Desk at 231-933-YMCA (9622) or our blog site at http://newsgtbayymca.blogspot.com for more information.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA serves primarily the five county region of the Grand Traverse Bay region. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year through 65+ programs that build body, mind, and spirit. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is part of the largest charitable group in the country, received over $200,000 in donations and granted financial assistance to 500 families in 2009. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Seeking a Sports Adminstration Intern
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is seeking a sports adminstration intern to aid the All Sports Director to implement the fall 2010 program. This internship is based at our main facility at 3000 Racquet Club Dr, Traverse City.
Intern must be interested in a career in athletic management and pursuing a degree from an accredited institution in sports management or a related field.
Intern will assist the director in all aspects of the program including scheduling, volunteer management, athletic event preparation, field or court preparation and other duties related to sports administration. Computer skills a must!
Intern must interact with a variety of people in a professional manner and represent YMCA mission, values, and vision at all times. This is an uncompensated internship. Intern will be responsible for all arrangements for academic credit.
The hoped for start date would be September 7.
Candidates are encouraged to send Letter of Interest, resume, and 3 references to Barb Beckett, Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, 3000 Racquet Club Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Contact Barb Beckett email barbrady22@yahoo.com or 231-933-9622. Our website displaying our over 65+ programs at http://www.gtbayymca.org/, contact our Front Desk at 933-YMCA (9622) or our blog site at http://newsgtbayymca.blogspot.com/ for more information.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA serves primarily the five county region of the Grand Traverse Bay region. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year through 65+ programs that build body, mind, and spirit. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is part of the largest charitable group in the country, received over $200,000 in donations and granted financial assistance to 500 families in 2009. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Intern must be interested in a career in athletic management and pursuing a degree from an accredited institution in sports management or a related field.
Intern will assist the director in all aspects of the program including scheduling, volunteer management, athletic event preparation, field or court preparation and other duties related to sports administration. Computer skills a must!
Intern must interact with a variety of people in a professional manner and represent YMCA mission, values, and vision at all times. This is an uncompensated internship. Intern will be responsible for all arrangements for academic credit.
The hoped for start date would be September 7.
Candidates are encouraged to send Letter of Interest, resume, and 3 references to Barb Beckett, Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, 3000 Racquet Club Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Contact Barb Beckett email barbrady22@yahoo.com or 231-933-9622. Our website displaying our over 65+ programs at http://www.gtbayymca.org/, contact our Front Desk at 933-YMCA (9622) or our blog site at http://newsgtbayymca.blogspot.com/ for more information.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA serves primarily the five county region of the Grand Traverse Bay region. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year through 65+ programs that build body, mind, and spirit. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is part of the largest charitable group in the country, received over $200,000 in donations and granted financial assistance to 500 families in 2009. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
2010 Grand Traverse Bay YMCA Gymnastics Program
Here are a series of YouTube videos featuring the 2010 Grand Traverse Bay YMCA Gymnastics Program:
Here are the links:
2010 YMCA Gymnastics Introduction
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWys4LKZ7FQ
2010 YMCA Gymnastics Sisters
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMVAytUkalo
2010 YMCA Gymnastics – Year in Review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wv2vOZSwsA
Here are the links:
2010 YMCA Gymnastics Introduction
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWys4LKZ7FQ
2010 YMCA Gymnastics Sisters
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMVAytUkalo
2010 YMCA Gymnastics – Year in Review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wv2vOZSwsA
The 1 Minute Meet
2011 YMCA Gymnastics Trailer
Enjoy!
We thank Kevin Jackson for his dedication and production expertise.
For more information on the Y Gymnastics program call Betsy at
Y Gymnastics Center
1100 Woodmere, Suite A
Traverse City, Michigan
231-929-2869
Monday, June 14, 2010
Family Nights Cancelled for Summer
Grand Traverse Bay YMCA Family Fun Nights have been cancelled for the duration of the summer, but will make a return in September. Be sure to be on the lookout for the startup date on the events calendar at http://www.gtbayymca.org/!
Contact Molly Brown at 421-3568 or email at childcare@gtbayymca.org. Information on all of the YMCA’s 65 programs is available at our website at http://www.gtbayymca.org/.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Revised Adult Softball Schedules
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA manages all adult softball leagues that are played at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center fields. Truly a beautiful location!
Below are updated schedules as of June 11, 2010:
Women: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/Women%20softball%202010%20revised.pdf
Coed: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/revised%20coed%20schedules.pdf
Men: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/Men%20softball%202010%20revised.pdf
Rain out line: 231-357-0215
More information from Barb Beckett at 231-933-9622
Below are updated schedules as of June 11, 2010:
Women: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/Women%20softball%202010%20revised.pdf
Coed: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/revised%20coed%20schedules.pdf
Men: http://www.gtbayymca.org/files/Men%20softball%202010%20revised.pdf
Rain out line: 231-357-0215
Lacrosse Skills
By Leslie Swanson
Y Marketing and Media Intern
Is your child looking to brush up on their lacrosse skills or just looking to try something new? The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA will be offering a five-week lacrosse training clinic for children going into grades 1-8. The age groups will be divided as follows: 1-4 grades on Mondays and 5-8 grades on Tuesdays. The clinic begins Monday July 12, 2010, and will meet once a week from 5:30-7 PM for five weeks. The cost is $25 for YMCA members and $50 for non-members. The registration deadline is July 5, 2010.
Men and high school-aged kids are welcome on Thursday nights from 6-8:30 PM for drop-in games.
“This is a great way for kids to learn one of the fastest growing sports in the region,” according Barb Beckett, Y All Sports Director.
For more information contact Barb Beckett 933-YMCA(9622) or dave@gtbayymca.org . Our website is located at www.gtbayymca.org or check out our Facebook and Twitter pages.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time last year to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Y Marketing and Media Intern
Is your child looking to brush up on their lacrosse skills or just looking to try something new? The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA will be offering a five-week lacrosse training clinic for children going into grades 1-8. The age groups will be divided as follows: 1-4 grades on Mondays and 5-8 grades on Tuesdays. The clinic begins Monday July 12, 2010, and will meet once a week from 5:30-7 PM for five weeks. The cost is $25 for YMCA members and $50 for non-members. The registration deadline is July 5, 2010.
Men and high school-aged kids are welcome on Thursday nights from 6-8:30 PM for drop-in games.
“This is a great way for kids to learn one of the fastest growing sports in the region,” according Barb Beckett, Y All Sports Director.
For more information contact Barb Beckett 933-YMCA(9622) or dave@gtbayymca.org . Our website is located at www.gtbayymca.org or check out our Facebook and Twitter pages.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time last year to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
HEDRICH JOINS YMCA
HEDRICH JOINS YMCA
By Leslie Swanson
YMCA Marketing and Media Intern
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is proud to announce Teri Hedrich, of Traverse City, to the position of Assistant Campaign and Membership Director. Teri brings with her nearly 25 years of experience in business and philanthropy.
She has worked as the annual giving officer at Northwestern Michigan College of Traverse City, as volunteer director at Northwest Community Healthcare in Arlington Heights, Ill., and at the Wellness Program at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. Teri holds a Masters of Business Administration from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and a Bachelors of Science from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.
The New Y Capital Campaign is seeking to raise $12 million to build the first essential phase at its Silver Lake Road property.
For more information contact Dave Eitland at 933-YMCA(9622) or dave@gtbayymca.org . Our website is located at http://www.gtbayymca.org/ or our Facebook page.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year through 65+ programs that build body, mind, and spirit. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is part of the largest charitable group in the country, received over $200,000 in donations and granted financial assistance to 500 families in 2009. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time last year to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
By Leslie Swanson
YMCA Marketing and Media Intern
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is proud to announce Teri Hedrich, of Traverse City, to the position of Assistant Campaign and Membership Director. Teri brings with her nearly 25 years of experience in business and philanthropy.
She has worked as the annual giving officer at Northwestern Michigan College of Traverse City, as volunteer director at Northwest Community Healthcare in Arlington Heights, Ill., and at the Wellness Program at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. Teri holds a Masters of Business Administration from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and a Bachelors of Science from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.
The New Y Capital Campaign is seeking to raise $12 million to build the first essential phase at its Silver Lake Road property.
For more information contact Dave Eitland at 933-YMCA(9622) or dave@gtbayymca.org . Our website is located at http://www.gtbayymca.org/ or our Facebook page.
The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is a faith-based charity that served last year more than 10,000 members and program participants including over 6,400 kids and 2,800 members each year through 65+ programs that build body, mind, and spirit. The Grand Traverse Bay YMCA is part of the largest charitable group in the country, received over $200,000 in donations and granted financial assistance to 500 families in 2009. Nearly 500 volunteers donated nearly 33,000 hours of their time last year to ensure the Y could fulfill its Judeo-Christian mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
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