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Kidz Zone Fitness Center     Cheerleading     Youth Fitness Orientations     Martial Arts

Parent/Child Yoga     Teen Strength Training for Girls     Teen Weight Training for Boys 

Boot Camp For Kids

Youth Fitness

What is it?
The Kidz Zone Fitness Center is a complimentary service offered to facility members of the Peninsula Family YMCA and Bay Area Members. Our state-of-the-art youth fitness center has strength training machines, stability balls, jump ropes and “Dance-Dance Revolution” games and a stationary bike!
The program stresses cardiovascular conditioning and muscular strength which can decrease body fat, increase strength, and improve sports performance. The cardiovascular and strength equipment provided have been specially designed for youths 8-12 years of age.

Summer Hours: June 15- Aug 15

Wednesdays and Fridays 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Days & Times: Monday - Thursdays 3:30 -7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Did you know we offer a youth only membership?  Click here for more information.

Why Do Kids Need Their Own Fitness Center?
Today’s youth are confronted with 4 growing epidemics:
• Inactivity
• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Overuse Sports Injuries

Studies have shown that by introducing children to the concept of a regular exercise routine at an early age the chances of them keeping these habits as they grow into adults increases, while the occurrence of obesity, diabetes and overuse sports injuries decrease, making for stronger, healthier kids, teens and adults.

Getting Started:

1.) Sign up for an appointment with a fitness instructor.  To make an appointment contact the Information and Registration Desk at the YMCA.  (The Kidz Zone Fitness Center is for YMCA members only.) 

2.) Meet with Fitness Instructor

• Parents please plan to join your child for the initial consultation to sign waivers and obtain more information on the program.

• Kids come dressed to workout!

*Parents must attend orientation in order for your child to use the equipment.

For More Information on the Kidz Zone Fitness Center Contact: Kelly Venezia, Associate Health & Wellness Director at (650) 294-2612 or kvenezia@ymcasf.org

Cheerleading

Cheerleading is a fun, interactive sport that is based on team work and a good attitude! Come and learn the basics of the sport of cheerleading here at the YMCA.  You will learn basic moves, jumps, beginner tumbling and a routine to be performed!

(Performance date to be determined.)

Ages 4 & 5 Year olds

Location: Studio A

Dates & Times: January 12 - March 2

Monday 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.

Ages 7 - 10 year olds:

Location: Studio B

Dates & Times: January 13 - March 3

Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Class Fee:

Facility Members......................................................................$140

Program Members*.................................................................$159

Community Members..............................................................$175

Class fee includes: Pompoms and t-shirt.

Please register at the Information and Registration Desk at the YMCA.

Youth Fitness Orientation (for youth 10 - 15)
Youth members ages 10 - 15, accompanied by an adult, are invited to use designated areas of the adult fitness center once they have completed a Youth Fitness Orientation. They are also invited to take group fitness classes once the group fitness instructor has evaluated them, and has determined that the equipment being used, as well as the type of class, is safe. To sign up for our Youth Fitness Orientation, please contact the Information & Registration Desk, or the Associate Health and Wellness Director, Kelly Venezia at (650)294.2612. (After completion of the orientation, youth ages 10 - 12 may use designated
areas but must be accompanied by an adult member at all times. Youth ages 13 - 15 may use the same designated areas on their own.)

Martial Arts

Dates and Times TBD

Come join our martial arts program. Classes will be 45 minutes long and will feature dynamic warm-ups, flexibility, cardiovascular, endurance, and strength training, traditional, sport, and practical self-defense while encouraging and reinforcing the YMCA’s character values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring. For more information, please contact Lisa Kruger (650)294.2609 or lkruger@ymcasf.org.

Facility Members....................................................................... $70

Program Members*.................................................................. $85

Community Members............................................................. $100

Uniform Fee............................................................................... $20

Teen Strength Training for Girls
The right strength training program for your teen girl is now just a scaled down version of our adult program. During this 8-week session, girls (ages 13-16) can develop a knowledge of fitness by using a variety of techniques and equipment. The goals of this program are to develop confidence, reduce stress and become stronger.

Dates & Times: Monday, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

January 12 - March 2

March 9 - April 27

Facility Members.......................................................................$120

Program Members*..................................................................$150

Community Members...............................................................$170

Teen Weight Training for Boys
Are you interested in learning proper lifting techniques? Are you looking for the edge weight training gives you while playing sports? The YMCA has developed a Teen Weight Training class designed for high school-aged (14-18) teen boys. Learn how to weight train efficiently and correctly in a small group setting. For more information, call Kelly Venezia (650)294.2612.

Dates & Times: To Be Determined

Facility Members.......................................................................$120

Program Members*..................................................................$150

Community Members...............................................................$170

Boot Camp for Kids
Ages 7-9

Wednesdays, January 7 - 28

3:15 - 4:00 p.m.

Class will be held in the studio Energizing games, sports drills, obstacle courses and fun ways to get in shape! Boys and girls welcome – all fitness levels.  For More Information contact: Kelly Venezia, Associate Health & Wellness Director at (650)294.2612.

$50 for Facility Members

$70 for Program Members

Parent/Child Yoga
Through a series of fun movements and meditation techniques, you can share a playful meaningful experience with your child that: promotes strength and flexibility, stimulates creativity, increases coordination and balance, improves concentration and builds self confidence, teaches techniques for relaxation and encourages mindful breathing and quieting of the mind. Thursdays, 3pm in the Studio. One child per adult. Open to children 3-10 and they must be accompanied by an adult.