Youth Programs
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Ages 5-12 (Must have completed kindergarten)
YMCA Day Camp is designed to introduce participants to a wide range of outdoor activities and other lessons they may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience. All camp programs emphasize the YMCA’s core character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility while helping campers build relationships with camp staff and their fellow participants.
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Ballet Lessons
The Harding Place YMCA offers ballet classes for children ages 3-12. Classes are designed to teach the fundamentals of ballet in a fun learning environment.
Instructor Information: Peggy Lightcap was a Ballet and Theater major and has danced in the PA Ballet Co.
- Classes meet on Wednesdays or Saturdays for 30 minutes
- $40 per six week session for facility members· $60 for program members
Martial Arts
Tae-Kwon-Do originated in Korea and actually translated as "The Art of the Foot and Hand." It is based on techniques that have been developed over thousands of years and has grown to be the world's largest martial art. It is unique because the class begins by focusing on affirming the efforts of the student. Kicking, blocking, striking, and punching are tools of this martial art but self-discipline, self-confidence, respect for others and oneself are the positive attributes that constitute the fabric of the sport. New participants start a class at the beginning of each month. They start slowly and progress at their own pace. This is a great way to improve physical abilities as well as develop greater self-discipline.
Classes are taught by Shayne Baarda, a nationally certified instructor.
Classes meet on Fridays and Saturdays,
with two age levels available:
- Lil’ Dragons for ages 5-7
- Young Execs for ages 8 and up
