July news & updates

July 1, 2023

Hours: Monday - Friday 5 am - 8 pm

Saturdays 7 am - 6 pm

Spring/Summer Program Guide is out!

Registration is open!

Session Dates:

Summer Session 2: July 10 - Sept. 2

View Spring/Summer Program Guide Here

Upcoming Events

Summer Camp Registration is Open

Camp Ends: Sept. 1

We are excited to spend the summer learning new skills, developing new friendships, and creating lifelong memories with your child! Our mission is to support youth development, healthy living, and encourage social responsibility through our Summer Camp Program. We will discover new themes each week and take weekly field trips allowing exploration of new skills and fun activities. Our camp staff go through rigorous training to prepare themselves for the best summer ever! We cannot wait to spend the summer with your child!

For More information on Pricing and Details

Youth Sports Performance Camp

Camp runs for 4 weeks Monday-Thursdays 8-10 a.m. Ages 8-15.

Session 2: July 10 - August 3

Youth Sports Performance Camp- Looking for a head start on your upcoming season, need to stay in shape, or looking for something new and fresh to stay active for kids? Our Youth Sports Performance Camp has a little bit of everything for any ability level. We will teach proper warm up routines, weightlifting, speed and endurance training and incorporate fun interactive games while doing so. Available to all ability levels! Multi-sport and track and field State Champion Miranda Firari and Coach Ale Alvarez are the camp counselors.

Member $50 | Non-Member $65

Blood Drive

Friday, July 7

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us at Camp Do Good. Give Blood.

For an appointment call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: BeaverDamWI

The American Red Cross will be entering all donors into a raffle for a chance to win a Summer Fun Grill Package including a Wireless Bluetooth Portable Travel Speaker, 60 qt Wheeled Insulated Portable Cooler and Standup Propane Gas Grill! Approx. Value $325. The package is non-transferrable or redeemable for cash.

The Y will also be giving everyone who donates a FREE family day pass.

You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using RapidPass!

Visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass for more information.

Fraud Prevention Talk

July 12

11 am - 12 pm &

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

@ the YMCA

Hosted by Associated Bank and Beaver Dam Police Department

Community Sports Physicals

July 26

3 - 6 pm

@ the YMCA

Do you need a Sports Physical

for the upcoming school year?Marshfield Medical Center-Beaver Dam Athletic Training staff and Providers will be available at the YMCA of Dodge County to offer sports physicals on three dates throughout the school year.

Call Marshfield Medical Center-Beaver Dam Family Practice to schedule a sports physical

at 1-920-887-5975.

Space is limited, call to reserve your spot. Student athletes should dress in active attire, have a parent or guardian present

to assist with forms, and clean dry shoes.

Volunteers Needed for Summer Specialty Camps

We are looking for volunteers to help with our weekly specialty camps this summer.

Time commitment: 1 week, Mon. - Thurs. from 9 – 11 AM. Arrive at 8:30 AM to set up.

Jr. Specialty Camp: 5yr-7yr

Specialty Camp: 8yr-12yr

July 3-6 (no camp on the 4th):

Jr Specialty Dance Camp
Specialty Jewelry Camp

July 10-13

Jr Specialty Lego Builders Camp
Specialty Time Travel Camp

July 17-20

Specialty Pickleball Camp

July 24-28

Jr. Specialty Music Camp
Specialty Pokemon Camp
Specialty Ooey Gooey Camp (outside weather permitting)

July 31-Aug 4

Jr. Specialty Disney Camp
Specialty Dance Camp
Specialty Yoga Camp

Aug 7-11

Jr Specialty Jewelry Camp
Specialty Track and Field Camp

Aug 14-18

Jr Specialty Ooey Gooey Camp
Specialty Archery Camp

Aug 21-25

Jr Specialty Pirate Camp
Specialty Soccer Camp

We will provide the materials. You bring your creativity. It would be a great time helping with great kids.

If you are interested in helping or have more questions, please contact our Camp & Sports Director, Jordan Polk at [email protected] or

920.887.8811 ext. 105

July Member of the Month

Jim Walters has been nominated as July Member of the Month. Did you know Jim bikes 100 miles every week at age 77!? That's reason enough to be our member of the month!

Jim’s Y Story #yilovemyy

Jim joined the YMCA two years ago. "The thing I love about the Y is the people are so very kind. The Y has helped me become more active and physically fit. If you are thinking about joining the Y, here's my advice... Just Do it!" - Jim Walters

Congratulations Jim! You are an inspiration to us all.

A perk of being member of the month is that they get to have the front row parking spot. You can nominate someone today for Member of the Month by emailing

[email protected].

Want A FREE Membership?

Join our Team!

Benefits:

Free Y membership for you (or discounted household membership for your family)
Flexible schedules that fit your life
Paid training so you can help others with confidence
20-50% Discount on many programs and classes for you AND your family
Free child care in Child Watch during your shift
CPR Certification included and is paid for by the YMCA
Closed all major holidays allowing you to spend time with family and friends
Team environment where we all help and support one another

Current Open Positions:

Membership/Marketing Director
Summer Camp Counselors
Lead and Assistant Child Care Teachers
Lifeguards @YMCA and our Outdoor Pool in Lomira
Swim Instructors - Saturday AM shifts
Custodial Staff - PM Shifts

Wages vary by position and experience level.

We want YOU on our team!

Please give us a call at 920-887-8811 or fill out our online application HERE.

View Jobs Here

GIFTS CHANGE LIVES CAMPAIGN

As the nation’s leading nonprofit for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y uses your gift to make a meaningful, enduring impact right in your own neighborhood. During these challenging times, your support is vital.

Through generous contributions, the YMCA of Dodge County is able to provide financial scholarships that enable all members of the community to utilize the YMCA, regardless of income, to the extent funds are available. We recognize that for communities to succeed, everyone must be given the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected, and secure.

For more information about the campaign, click here.

To make a tax deductible gift, click here to Donate Now

Financial Assistance Scholarships are always available to those that qualify. Please fill out an Application Here.

CHILD CARE UPDATES

3K, 4K and Before and After School Programs

We will open up fall programs mid-July and post on the YMCA website and Facebook page when it is available. Stay tuned.

AQUATICS UPDATES

Outdoor Pool Pass Registration

Many of our outdoor pools have opened pool pass registration.

Crystal Beach (Beaver Dam, WI)
Fox Lake Aquatic Center (Fox Lake, WI)
Horicon Aquatic Center (Horicon, WI)
Lomira Pool (Lomira, WI)
Waupun Family Aquatic Center (Waupun, WI)

Outdoor Pool Information and Passes

Swim Lessons

In the best interest of our Y kids and parents, we have simplified our swim lessons. We now have a Water Exploration Class and Levels 1-5. We no longer register by age. Please see our registration information for level placements. You can also call Jill (920.887.8811 ext 122) or Drew (920.887.8811 ext 111), in the Aquatics Department, for help with placing your child.

Summer Session Starts July 10

Download Swim Lesson Flyer

GROUP EXCERCISE CLASSES

We have 49 classes offered weekly. CLICK HERE TO VIEW CLASS SCHEDULES and read class descriptions.

Interested in Personal Training?

Personal Trainers are available for that extra motivation and guidance. They also can help design a program specifically for your fitness level.

Click Here for Personal Training Details

Need a Massage?

Massage Therapy has many benefits!

Muscle Tension Release
Stress Relief
Lowers Blood Pressure
Enhances Energy Levels
Reduces Body Aches and Pains
Increases Good Health

Click Here for Massage Details

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Parents of Youth in Sports Leagues, like/follow the YMCA of Dodge County Sports Facebook Page to get the most up-to-date schedule notifications of practice or game changes. Weather in WI likes to throw us a lot of curve balls. No pun intended.

Child & Parent Programs

Balls of Fun -

Mondays 10-10:30am

Get ready to have a ball! We will explore running, jumping, throwing, catching and playing with balls in this center-based class. Discover a new sport each week! Parent participation required. Ages 1 - 2.5.

Mini Sports -

Mondays 10:30-11:00am

Learn some new sports and movement through running, jumping, throwing and catching! Parent participation encouraged. Ages 2-3.

Summer Session 2 Starts July 10! Register Here.

Preschool & Youth Rec Programs

Home School Gym -

Age 4+ - Mondays 1:30-2:30pm

Provide positive physical education for home schooled children ages 4 and up. Educational, safe and structured games will be played to help build confidence and teamwork!

Outdoor T-Ball-

Ages 3 - Thursdays 5:00-5:30pm

Ages 4 - Thursdays 5:30-6:00pm

Ages 4-5 - Thursdays 6:00-6:30pm

Ages 5-6 - Thursdays 6:30-7:00pm

Learn the basics of T-Ball through batting, running the bases, and playing games outside! Program held on baseball diamond. *Baseball gloves ARE needed for this class.

Outdoor Sports Sampler -

Ages 3-4 - Wednesdays 5:00-5:30pm

Ages 5-6 - Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm

Ages 7-8 - Wednesdays 6:00-6:30pm

Ages 9-10 - Wednesdays 6:30-7:00pm

Learn different types of outdoor traditional and non-traditional sports! Play games, practice drills and explore new skills. Program held outdoors on soccer fields near daycare.

Summer Session 2 Starts July 10! Register Here.

Learn More About our Youth Programs Here

TEEN PROGRAMS

Soccer

Thursdays 6:45-7:30pm

Get together with others to develop soccer skills. Program is broken up into practices and mini games among group. The program held on soccer field near pavilion and playground.

Summer Session 2 Starts July 10! Register Here.