Programs

YMCA Preschool/Child Care
A high quality educational preschool/ child care for children ages 2-6. The center is open Monday-Friday from 6:00 am – 5:30 pm. Full-day openings are now available. Monday- Friday or MWF or TTh schedules accommodated. Potty training not required. Breakfast, lunch, and snack provided. Preschool curriculum, physical activities, and social interaction emphasized. State pay accepted. Scholarships are available. Contact Tina at 455-9999 to tour or for more information.
2 Year Olds
Member fee: $90.00 full-time
Community Participant fee: $110.00 full-time
3 Year Old and Potty Trained
Member fee: $70.00 full-time
Community Participant fee: $90.00 full-time
If you have questions call Tina at 417-455-9999.

Child Watch
Available to watch children 6 weeks to 7 years while parents use the YMCA facility, up to 2 hours at a time.

Monday-Friday	8:30 am – 11:30 noon
Monday & Wednesday	5:00 pm – 7:15 pm

Member fee: $1.00/child per visit
Community Participant fee: $2.00/child per visit

School's Day Out
For ages 5-12
Fun-filled days, 7:00 am- 6:00 pm, when Neosho Public Schools are out. Activities include sports, swimming, field trips, arts, crafts and games. Kids need to bring a sack lunch, swimming suit and towel.
Pre-registration is required.
Enrollment is limited.
Registrations received the morning of program cannot be guaranteed.
Full Days:
Check back this fall!
Member fee: $15.00/child per day
Community Participant fee: $20.00/child per day
Half Days:
Check back this fall!
Member fee: $8.00/child per day
Community Participant fee: $14.00/child per day

YMCA Afterschool Program at Neosho R-5 Elementary Schools
Registration begins May 5
Program starts August 25
Children will participate in a variety of activities, clubs and field trips. Homework help and tutoring time will also be available. Program runs from the time school dismisses until 6:00 pm. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early. Programs are offered at Benton, Carver, Central, Goodman, and South.
State pay accepted. Financial assistance available.
$25.00 Registration Fee
Member fee: $25.00 per week
Community Participant fee: $30.00 per week

YMCA Afterschool Summer School Program
Registration begins May 5
Forms available at the schools
Bus transports kids to the YMCA after school dismissal until 6:00 pm.
Member fee: $25 per week
Community Participant fee: $35 per week

YMCA Day Camp
Registration begins April 14.
For boys and girls 5-12 years old, YMCA Day Camp is a summer adventure everyone enjoys! These week-long day camps leave the Y and are based at area parks. Camps provide children with an active week of nature and indoor and outdoor fun and are a great outdoor alternative to child care. In addition to all the camp activities of hiking, skits, songs, games, and swimming, the YMCA character development values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility are integrated into the program. Help create a lifelong memory by sending your child to camp! Click here for information flyer (PDF).

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Birthday Parties
Have your best birthday ever at the YMCA. Each 1 ½ hour party includes 45 minutes of fun music, games and activities and 45 minutes for food and cake time. Birthday child receives a Happy Birthday T-shirt and each party guest receives a fun Y treat bag. Swimming is available during open swim times before or after the party. Parent supplies food and cake. No candles please. For more information or to schedule a party, contact Tina. Two week advanced notice is required.
Member fee: $ 95.00 for up to 10 children
Community Participant fee: $115.00 for up to 10 children
$2/ each additional child over 10 children.

Summer Theatre
July 1-31, 4:00-5:30 pm
Two performances on the 1st and 3rd of August
Come join us on stage for either "Beauty and the Beast" or "Alice in Wonderland". Kids ages 6-16 will have the chance to be on stage. Everyone gets a part.
Member fee: $75.00
Community Participant fee: $100.00

Tiny Tot Story Time
Starts May 21
Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30 am
Ages 6 weeks to 7 years
Bring your tot in for a specialized story time at the YMCA. 30 minutes of reading.
Member fee: FREE
Community Participant fee: $2.00

YMCA Itty Bitty and Junior Tennis
Mondays; July 7, 14, 21, 28
5:30-6:30 pm, 3-5 years
6:30-7:30 pm, 6-9 years
7:00-8:15 pm, 10-13 years
Learn the basics of tennis while playing fun games and getting exercise!
Location: Neosho High School Courts
Member fee: $25.00
Community Participant fee: $35.00

Itty Bitty All Sports
Thursdays; June 5, 12, 19, 26
5:45-6:45 pm
Ages 3-5
Calling all Preschoolers! Learn teamwork through sports. Introduction to Tee-ball, Soccer and Basketball. Basic fundamentals taught. Openings for 20 Preschoolers.
Member fee: $25.00
Community Participant fee: $35.00

Eurotech Soccer Camp
All sessions run July 21-25, 2008
America's #1 Soccer Camp. This exciting opportunity is for kids ages 4-16. Join in the fun and improve soccer skills for the upcoming season.

Magic Micro Soccer (Ages 4-7), 5:00-6:30 pm
A fun, exciting, and action packed introductory camp for beginning players!
Fee: $79.00

Performance Soccer 1 (Ages 8-11), 9:00 am-Noon
An instructional program featuring individual skill building, motor skills development, fundamental tactics and goal scoring.
Fee: $99.00

Performance Soccer 2 (Ages 12-16), 1:00-4:00 pm
This dynamic program builds on skill development while furthering introductory technical aspects of the game including goal scoring, fundamental tactics, small-sided functional games, problem solving.
Fee: $99.00

Open Volleyball
One half of the gym is reserved to open pick-up volleyball. Free to members. Community Participants pay the guest pass fee.

Youth Karate
Youth will learn the basics of martial arts along with character building and self-discipline. Ages 6 through 12. Instructor: Jim Moore. Classes offered every month.
Thursdays: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Member fee: $25.00
Community Participant fee: $35.00

Father's Day Gift Packs -Silent Auction
YMCA Members, Staff, and Community are donating items to fill lovely gift packs for Dad. Each themed gift pack is unique and makes a special gift. All gift packs will be displayed in the YMCA entrance June 6-12. Stop by to make your bid. Highest bid wins the gift pack. Bids will be taken through noon on Thursday, June 12. Winning bidders will be notified June 12 and 13. All gift packs must be picked up and paid for by Saturday, June 14. All proceeds go to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign.

Creative Writing Class and Literature Club
Your YMCA will be starting these new programs this Fall!
Creative Writing will focus on three units: poetry, personal essay or characterization, and short story. Your pieces will be polished through workshops and peer/mentor editing.
The Literature Club will give you a chance to experience many genres of literature, such as poetry, short story, creative non-fiction, and the novel.
Look for dates and times in your upcoming fall program guide. Registration begins in August.

End of Summer Beach Party Pool Bash
Friday, August 15, All ages!
6:00-8:00 pm
Fun Games, Ice Cream, Music and Friends
Member fee: $5.00 / Community Participant fee: $8.00

Private Swim Lessons
Private Lessons are available. Please contact Beth at 417-455-9999 for scheduling. Lessons cancelled less than 24 hours in advance and no shows will be charged full lesson price.
Member fee: $17.50 /half-hour lesson
Community Participant fee: $35.00/half-hour lesson

Snorkel Class

Thursdays
6:30-7:30 pm
Learn the basics of snorkeling, how to swim with fins, and much more. If you have your own equipment, please bring it. Limited amounts of equipment available. Must be 12 or older to participate.
Member fee: $2.00 per day
Community Participant fee: $8.00 per day

Swimming Stroke Clinic
Monday, July 28, 6:00-7:00 pm
Clinic is for swimmers who are looking to improve their stroke and become a better swimmer. Ages 12 and up.

CPR Certification Course
Saturday, June 21, 8:30 am-6:00 pm
Learn basic First Aid, CPR and other life saving skills. Must pass written and skills test. CPR certification expires 1 year from date of issue and First Aid certification expires 3 years from date of issue. Register early to reserve your spot.
Member fee: $40.00
Community Participant fee: $50.00

Swim the Great Lakes YMCA Mileage Club
Swim Lake Ontario, 193 miles (35 laps=Mile). Complete by December 31 and get a prize!
Member fee: $5.00

Southwest Missouri Otters YMCA Swim Team
Starts May 12
The YMCA competitive swimming program is based on the YMCA's mission of building strong character in youth and families. Great YMCA staff and knowledgeable YMCA parent volunteers are a great help in this mission. Head Coach Shana Meadows believes that anyone, regardless of age or ability, can be taught to swim faster and farther with less effort.

Water Exercise Classes
See the Land and Water Group Exercise Schedule for more classes and descriptions.

Joints In Motion: This program is designed specifically for those who suffer from arthritis or other forms of discomfort. This is a low key class, yet very beneficial as it increases flexibility and strengthens muscles.

SilverSplash: designed to enhance the quality of life and daily function by using the properties of water to enhance cardiovascular fitness, range of motion, agility, balance and coordination.

SilverSneakers®Muscle Strength and Range of Movement: Muscle Strength and Range of Movement is a trademarked group exercise class designed for older adults. Exercises include work for all major and minor muscle groups addressing strength, flexibility, muscular endurance, balance, coordination, agility, speed and power.

Tai Chi: A relaxing, beginner level class that promotes improved circulation, flexibility, and balance.

AOA Luncheons
The Active Older Adults meet once a month for a potluck lunch and activity.
Wednesday, June 25, 12:00-1:30 pm, Dr. Moore, Stress Relief
Wednesday, July 23, 12:00-1:30 pm, International Festival, Bring your favorite dish!
Wednesday, August 13, End of the Summer Beach Bash!

Third Wednesday Birthday Lunch
Come join us as we celebrate the month's birthdays at a local restaurant.

Open Volleyball
One half of the gym is reserved to open pick-up volleyball. Free to members. Community Participants pay the guest pass

Body Composition Screening
Our staff will be happy to test your body composition. These tests are done on an appointment basis only.
FREE to Members

Have you done the yo-yo dieting and exercise programs? Starting and stopping, not finding a way to maintain a healthy lifestyle? The Personal Fitness Program is for you. This program emphasizes exercise and nutrition habits with support to help you learn and then manage a healthy lifestyle. This is a group and individual effort. Small groups meet to learn together and provide support. Staff follows up with individuals as the program progresses and even after the formal program ends. For more information, contact Jackie or Jennifer.
Times: Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: YMCA
Member fee: FREE
Community Participant fee: $250.00

Personal Training
Call to schedule an appointment
The YMCA is now offering Personal Training! Sign up for 5 and get the 6th free. Trainer: Derrick Dickey.
Fee: $40.00 for one hour

Workout Buddies!
Walking, Running, Biking
Visit the Welcome Center to find a fitness partner or activity group.

Group Exercise

All fitness classes are free to members!!! Now offering Parent/Child Fitness classes. A variety of coed, multi-level land and water group exercise classes are offered throughout the week. See the Land and Water Group Exercise Schedule for class times and descriptions.
Member fee: FREE
Community Participant fee: $40.00 monthly