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July 2010
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Be a fan. Be in the know. Stay informed of the latest events at the local downtown Y, like the monthly free breakfast for members.
Membership back to top
YMCA Day at Chase Field. The Valley of the Sun YMCA and the D-backs would like to invite you, your family and friends to YMCA Day at Chase Field!
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Chicago Cubs
Monday, July 5, 1:10pm
Discount Tickets for everyone - $10.00 (Reg. $20.00)
Contact Will Hirachita whirachita@vosymca.org (602)212-6178 for an order form or purchase tickets online through the D-backs Ticket Dugout. (Make sure to enter the Special Offer Code, “ymca”)
Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, June 21st
You talked. We listened. Sunday hours are now 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Outdoor Track Closed. In order to repair the roof above the Main Exercise room.
Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., the Downtown Y will offer an Acrylic Painting Class free for members. This class focuses on basic design and painting techniques using acrylic paints. Members will develop drawing, painting, and two-dimensional art skills while creating weekly and monthly compositions. Beginners are strongly encouraged to attend, as well as intermediate and developed artists. Materials are provided.
Aquatics back to top
Group Lessons begin July 19
CPR & AED Training is July 22 4:00-8:00p Cost is $30
Swimmers Classic Swim Team Swim Meet July 24 APRA @ Kino Pool register www.azpra.com
Good Job, Piranhas! The Piranhas took 3rd place at their first swim meet last month! Out of 5 swimmers, there were 3 high-point medal winners and 11 total best times. Come check out the trophy in the office!
Child Watch back to top
Donate. Our facility is looking for new or gently used books and toys to add to our Child Watch. This space is for children of YMCA members to enjoy while parents are working out. Contact Shelly Brown for more information, or see below for what's especially in need.
Wish List
Ages 3 mos-18 mos
Sensory toys (touching, listening, learning)
Baby swing
Baby walker
Noisy baby rattles
Nerf “soft” balls
19 mos-3 years
Musical activity games for kids (educational)
Jumbo crayons
Large toy food for our kitchen
Large picture books
Large activity games (Blocks or other hands-on activities)
3-6 years
Large TV for movie nights
DVD player
Fun DVD’s for kids 12 and under (new or used)
7-12 years
Board games (Connect Four, checkers)
Crossword puzzle books
Word find books
Large flash cards (Math, spelling)
Paintbrushes/Paper
Other age-appropriate toys
Thank you in advance!
Health and Wellness back to top
Way to Go Michael Bedore!
Before After
 
YMCA member Michael Bedore has undergone an amazing transformation over the last 9 months. After struggling with a weight problem, reaching up to 480lbs, he decided to make a drastic change.
“After eating mindlessly for the past 30 years health issues required I take control of my life. For years I found it quite difficult to follow a healthy eating plan or implement a workout routine. After two years of counseling at the Scottsdale Healthcare Bariatric Center, I underwent bypass surgery in 2009.
Before surgery, my weight topped out at 480lbs. Today, 9 months after the surgery I weigh 215lbs with my goal weight of 175lbs in sight... I now have healthy gums with no dental problems and am no longer diabetic! The changes in nutrition have driven my success and exercise has added to my success.”
He has been listed as the top member for total weight lifted here at the Downtown Y and is often ranked in the top ten for the number of cardio hours logged weekly! He attributes his success to his rigid workout routine of two hours a day, five days a week, while walking an average of 3.5 miles a day! Congratulations, Michael!
Downtown Believes In You back to top
The Downtown Believes in You program provided 220 youth from Genesis Academy, Gateway Charter High School, South Pointe High School, Young Life and the YMCA an amazing celebratory evening on April 14th at the Hyatt Regency. The young people visited with 21 community booths and engaged in conversation with community leaders. The evening's entertainment was provided by youth from the Maryvale YMCA’s Kroszover Entertainment. Everyone was truly inspired by the keynote speaker and author, Stella Pope Duarte.
A special thanks to the committee led by Greg Stanton and all of the program sponsors including Title Sponsor GoDaddy.com and Presenting Sponsor Walgreens.
Community Events back to top
Open Forum with Executive Director Jeff Myers
Share your thoughts about the YMCA at any of these open forum sessions:
September 20, 4:00 – 5:00pm
December 9, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
Inexpensive Estate Planning Strategies
No matter what your net worth or your stage of life, you should still give consideration to planning your estate. Estate planning has two fundamental goals:
1) it allows you to plan for your healthcare and asset management in the event of your disability or incapacity;
2) it arranges for the management and transfer of your assets (all personal property, investments, real estate, and additional belongings) upon your death.
Wednesday, Sept. 1 - Estate Planning for Business Owners, More Important than Ever
§ The discussion will include an overview of the common pitfalls that business owners face and how Revocable Living Trusts, LLC’s, Partnerships and other types of estate plans need to be specifically used for a successful estate planning outcome
Wednesday, Dec. 1 - Advanced Estate Planning Strategies
§ The discussion will include an overview of advanced estate planning strategies such as Family Limited Partnerships, Charitable Trusts and Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts and their place in high net worth planning.
Presented by Hillary P. Gagnon, a partner at the law firm of Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, LLP and Tyler Heyman managing partner at Prisim Financial Concepts, PC.
Everyone is welcome; admission is free. Reserve your seat now for any session by either calling Debbie at 480.274.3561 or email at ymca.rsvp@gmail.com.
Race back to top
42nd Annual Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA Half Marathon 5K Walk & Run
Saturday, October 23rd, 2010, at South Mountain Park
Help the YMCA Build Strong Kids, Strong Families and Stong Communities!
For Complete Details, visit: Raceplaceevents.com
Residence Hotel back to top
We have plenty of rooms ready to rent. Stay with us and enjoy:
- Discounted Y fitness memberships during your stay.
- Spacious lobby with wall-mounted TV to watch ball games.
- A room that includes a mini fridge, desk area, twin bed, full closet, cable, and local phone service.
- Being walking distance from the light rail, First Fridays, and other downtown events.
Rooms start at:
- $25 per day
- $110 per week
- $396 per month
Check in at the Residence or Membership desk.
Parking Update back to top
Thank you to all members for displaying their YMCA parking decal on their vehicle. Phoenix Parking Control has started ticketing unauthorized vehicles in our lot. Here are a few reminders to help us ensure there is a parking spot for you:
- Current YMCA members must display a parking decal on their vehicle. (If you are using a sunshade, please make sure your decal is on top of the sunshade and visible through the windshield)
- There is no parking under the billboard. This is a throughway. Four “No Parking” signs are posted on the billboard posts.
- The YMCA parking lot can be used for 2 hours for YMCA facility use only.
- All guests must obtain a “Visitor” parking pass at the member service desk.
- There is no parking in the alley along the west side of our building. You risk being ticketed by Phoenix Parking Control and the City of Phoenix Police Department.
- Additional parking is available in the lot just south of us Monday – Friday from 4:30pm – 10:00pm for our YMCA members.
- ASU students should park in the ASU designated lots.
If you have not obtained your YMCA decal, please bring your current membership card to the member service desk. Thank you for your support.
Want to get involved? back to top
We would like to invite you to get involved in the YMCA by becoming a committee member. The following are the current committees available:
- Community Building Committee
- Downtown Development
- Hotel
- Financial Development
- Special Events
Please contact Ryan Tang (602.212.6173) for more information.
Facility Hours back to top
Mon - Fri 5:00AM to 10:00PM
Saturday 7:00AM to 7:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Child Watch Hours
Mon - Fri 10:00AM to 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sun Closed
Department Directory back to top
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THE LINCOLN FAMILY YMCA!
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