YMCA | Madison Area YMCA

Up-to-Date class offerings and fees are reflected in the online registration portion of our website. While we strive for accuracy in our Program Guide, classes may change between publication and actual registration due to early printing deadlines.

Members - Registration online and in-person, is ongoing
Members may register in-person, or online until the start of the third class session for any individual class. After that, in-person registration only is available. Class fees are pro-rated for those registering after the class is underway. Please test your user ID and PIN prior to registering for classes.

Non-Members - Registration in-person only, is ongiong
Many Non-Member Classes are available! In-person registration is available for both members and non-members from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

*There is no in-person registration available on Sundays at this time. Register for classes and membership Monday-Saturday.

Class Fees will be prorated.

To view FAQs for online registration, click here.

Members may click here to register for Winter classes:

Winter 2012 Session Registration

View and/or download the Winter Program Guide 2012 using the link provided.

Our Program Guide contains the most current information at the time of print. For the most up to date information, please view our class listings online.

Registration for Winter 2012 Session classes:
Members - Registration online and in-person is ongoing
Open Registration - In-person only is ongoing

The Internet Registration Link from the red "click here" button above takes links to the most up-to-date information regarding class availability for the Spring Session. If a class is not listed in the Registration section online, it is no longer available for Spring 2011 Session registration. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Returning Member? Members are encouraged to use the convenient online registration system and to test their User ID and PIN prior to registering. Member Services staff at the Y may be reached at 973-822-9622, ext. 2221 for assistance and to answer registration questions.

Not yet a member? Prospective members are welcome to take a tour of the facility, and join the Y at the Welcome Center Monday through Friday 8:30am to 8:30pm, and Saturdays until 6:00pm.

2011 Membership Option: Join the Madison Y with a Youth Membership for $23/month and pay NO initiation fee.

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NEW WINTER CLASSES:

SPORTS
There are many Preschool Age Sports classes available listed on the Winter Program Guide under Parent/Child classes. Please contact the front desk (973) 822-YMCA (9622) for a complete listing.

NEW ENRICHMENT CLASSES:
Kids Sign Time (7 - 10yrs.)
Learn the Art of Sign and the beauty it offers to language. You will learn the alphabet, pronouns, people, the days of the week, finger spelling, and more. Each section of the class will learn and practice age-appropriate words and phrases.

Fairy Tale Legos (4 - 6 yrs.)
Legos will live happily ever after in this fun class! Spend time building castles, dragons, knights, princesses and more as we read our favorite fairy tales!

Outdoor Survival (Gr. 6 - 8)
We’ll learn the basics of outdoor survival: shelter building, purifying water, signaling for help, basic first aid, fire building and more, all on YMCA property!

Big City Legos (Ages 5 - 8 years)
From the great cities of Roman times, to the modern marvels of today, well learn about and build cities from around the world. Join us as we work together to build cities or take on the challenge of building a skyscraper!

Sewing for Little Hands (5 - 6yrs. and 9 - 11yrs.)
Children will learn to thread a needle, tie a knot, sew a running stitch, whipstitch, hem stitch, create and use a pattern. They will stuff a pillow/softie and make other age appropriate projects.

NEW GYMNASTICS CLASSES:
Gym and Art (4 - 5yrs.)
Gym and Art offers your child a fun-filled 1/2 hour of basic gymnastics instruction and a 1/2 hour in our Art classroom to create works of art!

Adult Open Work Out (16+yrs.)
This is an opportunity for individuals who have a gymnastics background to maintain their skills and utilize our state of the art gymnastics equipment. The gymnastics center will be supervised by a staff member during this 1 hour work out session.

Acro (4 - 5yrs. & 6+yrs.)
Acrobatic Gymnastics favors body control in various positions, both on the ground and in the air, combining the strength, flexibility and technical precision of gymnastics with the grace and musicality of dance.

Gymnastics Family Play
The fun continues for families who would like to utilize our state of the art preschool gymnastics equipment circuit under the supervision of a staff member without participating in our traditional parent/child classes. This is a parent/child play time for children under the age of 5.

T & T (5+yrs.)
If your child loves to bounce, jump, flip and have fun then this is the class for them. This sport is practiced both by women and men. Participants go along the tumble track performing various elements without interruption. Only the feet and hands make contact with the track.

Hot Shots (by invitation only)
This is an advanced placement class for our children under age 5. Kim’s permission required for registration x. 2268.

NEW SPORTS CLASSES:
You’re It (4 - 6yrs.)
Different games of “Tag” played each week

Parent/Child Tennis (3 - 4yrs.)
Instructor works with the parent and they then work with their child

NEW FITNESS CLASSES:
Gentle Yoga -Your classic Yoga class with a softer touch.
This class will break poses down and offer options for your various levels.

Barre Toning - A dance inspired fitness class.
Taking some of the classic principles of Ballet and mixing it with some strength, for a fantastic blend of fitness!

H.I.I.T. - High Intensity Interval Training. Working at high levels of intensity for shorter periods of time, is proving to be a GREAT fat burning workout. This tabata inspired workout will challenge even the fittest exercise enthusiast.

Pilates Fusion - Taking the traditional Pilates to a modern environment. Use different fitness props to make this Pilates class “one of a kind”.

willPower & Grace - A high-energy cardiovascular mosaic of dance principles, callisthenic drills, and yogic postures based on functional training philosophy. Leave your shoes at home… this class integrates barefoot training methods to help strengthen your feet and correct imbalances in your ankles, knees and hips. You will find that over time willPower & Grace will help you stand taller, walk with greater confidence, and function with the new strength that you have learned to harness.

Cardio, Cuts and Core - Your perfect blend; 20 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of strength, and 20 minutes of concentration spent on the core.

NEW FITNESS CHALLENGES:
Healthy You Challenge
Join us in our Healthy You Challenge! This 6 week challenge will help motivate you to get your workouts in and make healthier food choices. It includes weekly weigh-ins, body assessments, 2 personal training sessions, individual nutrition sessions and so much more. We also offer a great deal of support and encouragement throughout this lifestyle transformation. The challenge runs from September 27th-November 7th. We can’t wait to be a part of your success! Members $100/Non-members $205. For more program and Kickoff Meeting information, contact the challenge at Challenge@madisonymca.org or see our website for more details.

Lazyman Triathlon
Join the Madison Area YMCA’s Lazyman Triathlon - it’s anything but lazy! If you are ready for a fitness challenge - Here is your chance! You have 6 weeks to complete the distance of an Ironman Tri - swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run/walk 26.2 miles! Participants must complete all 3 events. Events do not have to be done in order of a traditional triathlon. Record your efforts (honor system) in the fitness center in a 3 ring binder to help you keep track of your progress. The challenge starts on October 3rd and ends November 13th. Members only $35. For more program and Kickoff Meeting information, contact the Health and Fitness Department or see our website for more details.

NEW DANCE CLASSES:

Adult Ballet Beginner
This is an introductory ballet class for the true beginner. Class includes ballet barre, center floor work and stretching. Ballet slippers required, along with comfortable yoga or dance attire.

Adult Ballet Intermediate
Ballet for those who have recently had a year of beginner ballet. Ballet slippers required, along with comfortable yoga or dance attire.

Mini Hip Hop and Musical Theater Combo (5 - 9yrs.)
In this class, you will learn the latest dance moves. You will dance to “G-rated” Kidz Bop music and dance to the rhythm of the beat. For the musical theater portion of this class, you will learn Broadway jazz style dances.

Creative Movement II (3 - 4yrs.)
A fun filled dance class where we use dance to bring stories and imagination to life. A perfect class for promoting the spirit of dance with freedom, flow and fun. An alternative class for those who are ready to move up from Creative Movement but who don’t want the structure of ballet.

Story Dances (3 - 5yrs.)
Exploring movement through story and dance, playing movement games while using creativity and imagination.

Musical Theater (6 - 10yrs.)
In this class you will learn fun Broadway jazz style dances.

TheatreKids (Advanced placement for under 5yrs.)
Do you want to see your name in lights? Sing and dance with Broadway and pop tunes. Come be a part of the Shining Starz Crew’s first annual Broadway and pop song and dance review. There will be a performance on Sunday, June 12, 2011. There will also be other performing opportunities.
Hot Shots (by invitation only) This is an advanced placement class for our children under age 5. Kim’s permission required for registration x. 2268.

Winter Session 2012

Click here to download the Winter 2012 Program Guide.

Annual Catalog

Click here to download the current Annual Catalog.

Program Policies

Program Policies

•Program credits may be requested up until the start of the third class. An internal credit that can be used towards any YMCA program or service will be issued. After the start of the third class, no credit will be issued. Participants are charged for all classes on a pro-rated basis from the time the credit application is received.

•Additionally, a $10 processing fee will be charged for all requests. We do our best to expedite requests, however, credits may take up to 3 weeks to process. Redemption: Once approved, your credit may be applied to any YMCA service or program. When redeeming credits, please inform the front desk staff prior to payment that you have an existing credit on file.

•Program refunds will only be issued if the YMCA cancels a program, with a signed medical excuse from a physician. Credits expire one year from date of issue.