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Self-Defense Workshop – Schenectady
Sep 27 2017
Self-Defense Workshop Have you ever thought about taking a self defense class? This workshop is designed to show women (ages 12 years+) the techniq...
Self-Defense Workshop – Schenectady
Sep 30 2017
Self-Defense Workshop Have you ever thought about taking a self defense class? This workshop is designed to show women (ages 12 years+) the techniq...
Cardboard Boat Regatta – Schenectady
Oct 6 2017
Cardboard Boat Regatta Can you build a boat that can cross the YMCA pool and back? Can you stay afloat riding in nothing but cardboard and duct tap...
Wing Walk Childcare – Schenectady
Oct 7 2017
Wing Walk 2017 Childcare Why did the chicken cross the road? For childcare at the Schenectady YMCA during the 2017 Wing Walk, that’s why! Egg-cit...
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We help your child develop motor skills and basketball fundamentals while teaching the value of good sportsmanship. We teach the basics of basketball including; dribbling, shooting, passing, offensive and defensive strategies.
A 10-week program that is designed to get anyone?no matter what fitness level?prepared to run or walk a 5K. The program is based on jog/walk interval training, and will teach you the proper form and pacing necessary to complete a 5K event. This program will offer you a supportive and motivating environment as the group
Have you ever thought about taking a self defense class? This workshop is designed to show women (ages 12 years+) the techniques they need to defend themselves in the even of an attack. Exercises will also be demonstrated to develop strength for each technique along with breathing exercises.
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We help your child develop motor skills and basketball fundamentals while teaching the value of good sportsmanship. We teach the basics of basketball including; dribbling, shooting, passing, offensive and defensive strategies. Each session will conclude with game play situations and actual game play.
We help your child develop motor skills and basketball fundamentals while teaching the value of good sportsmanship. We teach the basics of basketball including; dribbling, shooting, passing, offensive and defensive strategies. Each session will conclude with game play situations and actual game play.
Girls will build on their basketball skills – from defense and offense techniques, lay ups, dribbling, shooting and proper ball handling. In addition, participants will be educated on how to safely incorporate and use weights during the fitness component of this clinic.
Have you ever thought about taking a self defense class? This workshop is designed to show women (ages 12 years+) the techniques they need to defend themselves in the even of an attack. Exercises will also be demonstrated to develop strength for each technique along with breathing exercises.
This is a Recertifcation CPR/AED/FA class for Staff! Participants should be ready to demonstrate skills and take the written exam by the end of the class.
