Programs at Westside

Active Older Adults
At the Westside Family Branch, seniors stay active, get involved, and gain a sense of belonging. Whether it’s joining a social club, taking a class or participating in special events like senior camping, the Westside Y provides seniors with opportunities to meet people and try new things. Designed for individuals 55 years and older, SilverSneakers and Water Fitness classes are offered, as well as variety of activities and outings. For more information, please refer to the Session Handbook or contact Julie Montgomery at 341-3107.

Aquatics
Aquatics programs at the Westside Family Branch include parent-child, preschool and Active Older Adult classes along with swimming lessons for all ages and abilities. The Westside Y also offers lifeguard, swim instructor, First Aid and CPR training. For more information, please refer to the Session Handbook or contact the Aquatics Director at 341-3102.    
 

 
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the Westside Family YMCA! Sit back and relax as your child enjoys a memorable birthday celebration led by our trained party staff. Parties include location choice of Family Fun Room, ½ Gym, Pool, Adventure Center or Fun/Fit Zone. For more information or to book a party, please call 247-3501. Click here to view our party packet.
 

Family Time

The Westside Family YMCA is focusing on families with children ranging from infants to teens by featuring programming for every member of the family to enjoy. Special attention is being given to providing members with a full range of activities on the weekends. The following program options and activity areas allow families to participate together or independently while at the YMCA. 

Health, Well-Being and Fitness
Whether you are new to health and fitness or have been active your entire life, the Y can help you move toward a healthier, happier and more balanced life. At the Westside Y, you can examine nutrition, weight management, stress reduction, the role of community support and more. Our certified coaches and instructors can help you identify what's most important to you and how to achieve success.

Youth Sports (ages 6-10) 

The Westside Y provides Youth Sports classes and leagues that will help your child be successful both on and off the field. In our classes and leagues children will work on individual skill development, learn how to work as a team and be introduced to sport specific team strategies. We will provide an environment in which our athletes learn and understand the importance of positive competition, sportsmanship, healthy lifestyle choices and the Y core values.

Youth & Adult Sports

Our Karate classes provide a combination of mental, spiritual and physical training, including basic kicks, punches, and blocks through the Tiakwa style of Karate. Students will learn the foundations of Karate with the 40 basic moves and will progress to using the moves in artistic Kata routines as well as in effective self-defense modes. Students will not only be able to earn the right to test for belt advancement, but also to showcase their martial arts talents by competing in tournaments. Along with learning the physical skills of Karate, training will promote leadership by stressing the six principles of success: modesty, courtesy, integrity, self-control, perseverance and indomitable spirit. 

Recreational Sports
Pickleball
Pick-up Basketball

For more information, please refer to the Session Handbook or contact AJ Morano at 341-3274.
NEW! Gym & Swim classes for 3-10 year olds. Click here for more information.
For more information on the following classes currently being offered click on the class:
Basketball League
Creative Dance
Flag Football
Karate
ABC Gym
Tumbling Tots

Summer Camp

Leaders Club: A unique program designed to provide tweens/teens ages 9-18 with the opportunity to make an impact on their community. This group focuses on volunteer service, leadership development skills, teambuilding and fundraising. Members of the club will also receive a chance to take part in Leaders Rallies across the Northeast Region and Leaders School, a week long summer leadership conference at the beautiful Silver Bay Resort on Lake George. Learning about the community, meeting new people, helping others, and growing personally are the cornerstones to Westside Y.

Teen Basketball: (14-18 yrs.) Full-court pick-up basketball will now be offered two times a week for teens. Teams will be divided as players arrive and all games are recreational.

Home School Physical Education: This program is designed for children between the ages of 5 and 14. Students will participate in gym and swim activities, including a 30-minute swim lesson, and 45-minutes of organized games in the gym. 

Volunteer Internship Program (VIP): Ages 12-18 years. This program will be offered at various times during the year for teens 12 - 15 years old. Participants volunteer in a chosen department (Aquatics, Child Watch/Adventure Center, Member Service, Family Events and/or Sports) within the Y. Through shadowing and hands-on experience, youth can see first hand what employment at the Y could be like. V.I.P.’s also will receive training in basic first aid, water safety and workplace professionalism. Volunteer service hours may be used for school credit. (5 week program)

Fun/Fit Zone: Check out our Fun/Fit Zone designed for children 7 years old & up who can participate in activities that will keep them on the go in a fun, non-intimidating environment. The Fun/Fit Zone is a multigenerational room and ages 7 & up are welcome.

For more information, please refer to the Session Handbook or contact the Teen Department at 341-4044.