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  1. New Online Registration
  2. Branch Description
  3. FAQs
  4. Branch Staff
  5. Service Area
  6. Special Events
  7. Membership
  8. Health & Wellness
  9. Camping
  10. Adult Leagues
  11. Youth Sports
  12. Aquatics
  13. Volunteering
  14. Family Programs
  15. Child Development and Care
  16. Corporate Partners
  17. Y Arts

51 McMurray Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
412-833-5600
southhills@ymcaofpittsburgh.org


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New Online Registration
ONLINE REGISTRATION

Easy Instructions for Online Registration

Effective September 1, 2008 the South Hills YMCA will have online registration the following programs: All Sports, Aquacise, Waterbabies, Fitness Classes, Indian Princess Campouts, Indian Guides Campouts.  Coming soon!  Swim Lessons registration will be available at a later date. 
 
 
 

Branch Description
The South Hills YMCA is a program center which utilizes several community pools, sports fields and gymnasiums for our youth sports, aquatics and camping programs. In addition, we partner with community businesses and organizations for specialized health, wellness and fitness programming. Facilities on site include a nursery school room and heated outdoor swimming pool including children’s pool, snack bar and locker rooms.  Through Building Bridges, a financial assistance program for those unable to afford the cost of membership or program fees, the YMCA can reach everyone in the community. Finally the South Hills YMCA is looking for ways to partner with our neighbors further south in Washington County and look for ways to bring programming and opportunities to them as well.
FAQs

Q: What are the closest full facilities to your location?
A: The Downtown & Western Area branches.

Q: What are your hours of operation?
A: Monday through Friday – 9 am to 5 pm (Outdoor pool hours separate)

Branch Staff
 
 
 
 
Jeff Campbell, Branch Manager
 
 
 
Service Area
Bethel Park
Bridgeville
Castle Shannon
Chartiers Valley
Dormont
Greentree
Heidelburg

Keystone Oaks
Mt. Lebanon
Peters Township
Scott Township
South Fayette Township
Upper St. Clair

School Districts include: Upper St. Clair, Mt. Lebanon, Peters Township, Keystone Oaks, Chartiers Valley, Bethel Park and South Fayette

Special Events

Duffer’s Golf Classic - 2010 event TBA

This event is open to the public.
 
Golf, snack at the turn, buffet dinner and beverages, team awards, skill prizes and a gift for all participants. Proceeds from the event are used to support the South Hills YMCA Camp AIM for youth with special needs.
 
Call 412-833-5600 for more info.  
Membership
Program Membership

Age:3 Months to 99 Years
Fee:Family $110 - Individual Adult & Youth $25

All South Hills YMCA programs require a program membership that is valid for one year and entitles the individual or fmily to participate in any program offered by the South Hills/Cloverleaf YMCA by paying the program member rate. 
 
Become a YMCA member and benefit from member program rates and special members only times for swim lessons.

Association-Wide Membership

This membership will give you access to all 10 Full Facility locations of the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh

Invidual Membership:  $125 Joining Fee - $62 per month
Family Membership:    $125 Joining Fee - $100 per month
 
Membership is not transferable or refundable.

Health & Wellness

Group Exercise

Youth Fitness
Lil' Dragons

Age:3 Years to 6 Years
Location:South Hills YMCA, 51 McMurray Rd
Fee:$85 Monthly
Dates:Continuous On-Going Classes
Instructor:E. Jeffrey Jox. P.K.R.A. State Heavyweight Champio
Times:Tuesday5:30 pm  to 6:15 pm and 6:30 pm  to 7:15 pm 
  Thursday5:30 pm  to 6:15 pm and 6:30 pm  to 7:15 pm 

This program will:

  •  stimulate curiosity
  •  develop coordination
  •  encourage socialization
  •  develop positive self-esteem
  •  promote physical strength
  •  build fundamental motor skills
  •  develop a love of learning and problem solving skills
  •  teach self-control, respectful behavior
  •  teach sharing and taking turns 

It is designed for ages 3 to 6 years.  In addition to fun, high energy classes, the Lil' Dragons learn: 

  • Stranger Danger
  • 911 Phone Skills
  • Self Defense
  • Fire Safety
  • First Aid
  • Drug Awareness

 

Beginner Karate

Age:7 Years to Adult Years
Location:South Hills YMCA, 51 McMurray Road
Fee:$85 Monthly
Dates:Continuous On-Going Classes
Instructor:E. Jeffrey Jox, P.K.R.A. State Heavyweight Champio
Times:Tuesday7:30 pm  to 8:30 pm 
  Thursday7:30 pm  to 8:30 pm 

Learn Tae Kwon Do skills, balance, coordination and traditional martial arts values in this well-structured, safe environment.

 
This class is for beginners age 7 and up with no belt through white belt

Camping

Specialty Camps

Special Needs Camping
Camp AIM

This program is for children who have social disabilities or are mentally, physically, and emotionally challenged.  It remains the largest program of its kind in Allegheny County.  Camp AIM, held at Carlynton High School in Rosslyn Farms, is a registered program with the Pennsylvania Department of Health.  The camp follows national YMCA and American Camping Association standards of operating performance and is an extended school year site as recognized by the City of Pittsburgh School District and the Allegheny Intermediate Unit as well as some “Charter Schools." Scholarships are available.

This program runs for 6 weeks (three 2-week sessions) beginning Monday, June 22 and ending Friday, July 31, 2009.

Please contact Bobbi Rimkus @ 412-347-3522 or rrimkus@ymcapgh.org for more information.


Day Camps
Camp Sunshine

Camp Sunshine Registration Form
Camp Sunshine Description
Age:3 Years to 5 Years
Location:South Hills YMCA
Fee:See downloadable registration form.
Dates:June 7 - August 6
Registration:Please view Downloadable Registration Form

Camp Sunshine is a preschool age Day Camp for youth ages 3 to 5 held at the South Hills YMCA.  All children must be toilet trained to attend Camp Sunshine.  Camp hours are Monday thru Friday 10am to 2pm.  Please view the Registration form for dates and fees.

Camp Cloverleaf

Camp Cloverleaf Registration form
Camp Cloverleaf Description
Age:4 Years to 12 Years
Location:Cloverleaf YMCA
Fee:Fees located on registration form.
Dates:June 14 - August 13
Registration:Please view the downloadable registration form.

Camp Cloverleaf is a traditional Day Camp located at our Cloverleaf YMCA branch.  This camp is for youth ages 4 to 12 and runs from 9am to 4pm with extended hours available as early as 7am and as late as 6pm.  Register early as this Camp fills up fast!

Camp Southwinds

Camp Southwinds Registration Form
Camp Southwinds Description
Age:6 Years to 12 Years
Location:Silent Brook Barn (South Park)
Fee:See Registration Form
Dates:See Downloadable Registration Form for Dates

Camp Southwinds is a traditional Day Camp located at the Silent Brook Bark in South Park, which is across the street from the ice skating rink.  This camp is for children ages 6 to 12 and runs from 9am to 4pm with extended hours available as early as 7am and as late as 6pm.  Register early!

Adult Leagues
Adult Fall Softball League

Location:Bethel Park Community Fields
Fee:$375 Per Team
Dates:September - October

Includes 12-14 games, playoffs, trophies and game balls.
 
Captains Meeting TBA at South Hills YMCA

Youth Sports
Youth Sports

Fall 2010 Youth Sports Flyer
Registration Form
Registration:All information on the Fall Outdoor Sports is list

Youth Sports

Youth Sports Philosophy 
Everybody plays, everybody wins.  our youth programs are focused on the youth, not game focused.  We use game play as a teaching resource needed to enhance each sports fundamentals.  Using the YMCA's four core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we will teach teamwork and fair play with the emphasis on progression.
 
Youth Sports Leagues
The South Hills YMCA Sports Leagues are to teach the basic fundamentals of that particular sport through game play.  Volunteer Coaches will use resources from the YMCA, to conduct mini-practices followed by a game each Saturday.  We do NOT keep score or records but use the games for skill development.
 
Sports Camps & Clinics
The South Hills YMCA's Sports Camps & Clinics are taught by YMCA officials, trained to teach your child the fundamentals needed to participate in various sports leagues.  Our focus will be on skill and personal development using various drills and activities.  Teamwork, YMCA core values, and team discipline will be our focus.  All skill levels will be challenged and be put in position to be successful.
 
Volunteer Coaches Needed
YMCA Youth Sports are family-oriented, volunteer-based programs that rely on your support to make each season successful.  Please strongly consider joining th efun as a volunteer coach.   There will be coaches meeting to cover teaching strategies, drills & skills, league information, and YMCA Philosophy, Mission and Core values.  Enthusiasm for working with children in a positive manner is the primary qualification.  Please contact the YMCA if you wish to volunteer.

Challenger British Soccer Camps

Registration Form Link
Dates:Coming Next Summer!!!
Registration:Click on link below to Register

Challenger British Soccer Camps are coming to South Hills and Cloverleaf YMCA

Online registration is available.  Visit www.challengersports.com or click here.
Players will receive a free ball, camp T-shirt, evaluation and end of camp gift with camp.

Aquatics
Aquatic Swim Lessons

Fall Schedule & Registration Form
Age:3 Years to 99 Years
Location:Brentwood HS-Keystone Oaks HS-Pathfinder-MonValley
Registration:Begins August 23, 2010

The South Hills/Cloverleaf YMCA offers Progressive Swim Lessons that are taught in private, semi-private or small group with others of their own skill level.  Classes are fun-filled and full of energy!  Each class emphasizes water safety as an important element of the program.  

 

Private (PVT) 1:1

Semi-Private (SPVT) 1:2

Small Group (SMGR) 1:4 (available for Polliwog, Guppy and Minnow Levels only)

Large Group (LGR)  1:6 (available in Polliwog, Guppy and Minnow ages 7-11 only) - NOTE:  LGR classes may be cancelled or rescheduled due to the class size.


Other Aquatics
Y-Waterbabies and Y-Watertots

Waterbabies/tots Summer dates & registration form
Age:6 Months to 3 1/2 Years
Location:Pathfinder School - Bethel Park
Registration:August 23, 2010

This class is for children and their parents.  Parents will work directly with their child in shallow water.  Class includes water adjustment, water safety, beginning swim instruction, and water games. 
Please bring a rubber toy or soft ball.

Life Guard Training

Age:16 Years to 99 Years
Times:Friday4:30 pm  to 8:30 pm 
  Saturday9:00 am  to 5:00 pm 
  Sunday10:00 am  to 5:00 pm 

YMCA of the USA training

 
 
We  hold a certification class in the Spring and in the Fall based on interest.  Please be sure to check back for more information!

Summer Swim Team 2010

Age:6 Years to 17 Years

Close to an eight-week competitive season from June 1 through July 31. For children ages 6 – 17 years of age.  Call the South Hills Branch for more details at (412)833-5600.

 
Go South Hills Y Dolphins!

Y-Aquacise

Aquacise Dates & Registration Form
Age:16 Years to 99 Years
Instructor:Joyce Card and Jessica Card

A safe way to exercise!  Tone muscles and increase flexibility using the water’s resistance and buoyancy.  Low intensity aerobics exercises only.  Enrollment is first come, first served.  Be sure to register ASAP!

Choose between two locations! 

 

Brentwood High School (Brownsville Road)

Tuesday classes - 7:00-7:55pm

Volunteering
 
At the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, you will make a connection that counts.  The YMCA is a not-for-profit volunteer-driven organization. You can support our South Hills YMCA by donating your time or resources. There is no limit to what you can do! Serve on a committee, be a soccer coach, teach special needs children to swim, head up a Guides or Princess Tribe, lead a fund raising activity. By becoming a volunteer, you are joining hundreds of families and individuals of all ages dedicated to helping build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.  Volunteering for the YMCA is fun, rewarding and will give you a sense of belonging--most importantly, you will make a positive impact on the lives of others. If you have a talent or resource you would like to share, please call us at 412 833-5600.
 
Senior Graduation Projects
Community Service
Programming (Coach, Ref, Instructor, etc.) 
Clerical/Administrative Support
Board of Management
Training
  Eagle Scout Projects
Fundraising
Building & Grounds projects
Committees
Maintenance/Janitorial
Marketing & PR
Family Programs

Parent-Child Programs


Organizational Meetings for Parents

Programs are designed to facilitate quality time between a father and his child. Monthly special events highlight the schedule throughout the months of September and May. Examples include: campouts at Camp Kon-O-Kwee and Deer Valley; chule car races; square dances; ice cream socials; cosmic bowling; and picnics.

Y Guides & Y Princesses

Age:K to 3rd
Dates:September 09 through June 10
Registration:Anytime

Time with a child is MAGIC...
 The YMCA has designed these programs to to facilitate quality time between you and your child.  We offer you a special invitation to attend one of the many organizational rallies that will begin in the fall of 2009. Monthly special events highlight the schedule between the month of September through June. 
 
Examples include: campouts at Camp Kon-O-Kwee and Deer Valley; sailbaot races; chule car races; square dances; ice cream socials; cosmic bowling; and picnics.  New this year, we will be adding Y-Arts performances to our Camp-outs at Camp Kon-O-Kwee.  Make sure you check that out! 
 
Learn more about us:
  
Y Princesses:  www.princesspatter.org

Trailblazers

Age:10 Years to 17 Years

   
Are you ready to teach your son how to ride a horse -- safely use a fire-arm -- play laser tag -- ski or snowboard -- scuba or snorkel?  These are just a few of the activities and challenges that await you in the Trailblazer Program.  Activities may include overnight trips to exciting destinations like YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee; Deer Valley; WLD Ranch; Air and Space Museum, Washington DC; Niagara Falls; Inner Harbor and many more.
 
For more information:  www.shtrailblazers.org

Questors

Age:10 Years to 17 Years

For girls ages 10 – 17 years and their dads.

 
Are you ready to teach your daughter how to:  ride a horse--safely use a fire-are--play laser tag--ski or snowboard--scuba or snorkel?  These are just a few of the activities and challenges that await you in the Questor program.  Activities may include overnight trips to exciting destinations like YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee, Deer Valley, WLD Ranch, Air and Space Museum, Washington DC, Niagara Falls, Inner Harbor and many more!
 
For more information E-mail:  shyquestors@yahoo.com

Parent Child Hall of Fame Nomination

Hall of Fame Nomination Form 2009
Registration:See Downloadable Nomination Form

The South Hills YMCA is introducing a Parent/Child Hall of Fame that will include an Awards Banquet and permanent recognition at the new YMCA facility.  The Hall of Fame will recognize dads who have provided exceptional and extended service to the Parent/Child programs and will recognize children for their community service and scholastic performance (including academic, sports and arts).  Please submit nominations for your friends and children to Mike Lloyd at the South Hills YMCA or mlloyd@ymcapgh.org.  

Child Development and Care

Education
CPR & AED Training


Corporate Partners


Edith L. Trees Charitable Trust

The Earl Knudson Charitable Foundation

The Pittsburgh Foundation
 

Y Arts
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