Our NEW INTERACTIVE YOUTH FITNESS & XRKADE center is a cutting edge “exergaming” environment that utilizes video games to promote exercise for people of all ages. This is the first center of its kind in western PA and the YMCA is extremely proud to be able to offer it in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh.
XRKADE is a brand new way of looking at exercise and combines the virtual reality of video games with good old fashion cardio workouts such as the popular Dance, Dance Revolution, Cycling, XR-Boarding, Power Boxing and the ever challenging 3 Kick. Putting together technology and an arcade-like atmosphere, XRKADE promotes a fun and social experience for all ages. Kids especially focus on playing the games and don't even realize that they’re exercising. The XRKade is available to rent, to members and non-members, for birthday parties and corporate team building events. Contact the Penn Hills YMCA, 412-795-2600 for more information.
The following events take place at the Penn Hills YMCA and are FREE to family members. Sign up at the Welcome Center for each month’s events. The whole family is welcome—the more, the better!
Event Day Time
Dodge Ball Friday, November 13 6:30 p.m. Kick Ball Friday, December 4 6:30 p.m.
Check every Monday and Friday for Family nights in the XRKade.
24th Annual Auction
Location:
Edgewood Country Club
Dates:
November 6, 2009
Times:
Friday
6:00
pm
More than 300 new items to be auctioned off in a live, silent and Chinese format. An exciting variety of vacation getaways, celebrity items, golf packages, wide screen TV, jewelry, designer fashionware, paintings, autographed sporting memorabilia, power tools, household appliances, toys, tickets to sporting & cultural events, dinner certificates, and much much more.
All new members are entitled to and encouraged to utilize the 2 ½ hours of free equipment orientation. This includes a one hour orientation on our Precor plate loaded select equipment, one ½ hour orientation on our Precor cardio equipment, and a one hour follow-up on anything members feel they want more help with. We also offer evaluations and orientation to all age groups and health backgrounds.
We offer something for everyone. Our instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, trained and motivational. The following group exercise classes are included for all YMCA Facility Members, unless indicated in the description below. Extra-fee classes run in 6 week sessions. All Classes will be held in the group exercise studio unless otherwise indicated. The YMCA reserves the right to modify or cancel classes in case of emergency. The YMCA will provide a 2 week notice for permanent class schedule deletions or additions.
The Penn Hills YMCA is happy to offer the SilverSneaker program for our Seniors. To quailify for this program you must have one of the following health insurances: Security Blue, Freedom Blue, HOP or Medigap. We offer the following SilverSneaker Classes (see attached PDF file for class descriptions and times)
SILVER SNEAKERS CARDIO CIRCUIT
SILVER SNEAKERS MS/ROM
SILVER SNEAKERS YOGA STRETCH
Personal Training
Age:
18 Years to 99 Years
Location:
YMCA Wellness Center
Dates:
By appointment
Registration:
Register at the Welcome Center
Whether you aree training for a specific purpose, or you just want extra support, our team of personal trainers will design a program that is suited for your personal goals. We will increase your motivation, teach you new techniques and keep your workout fresh while enhancing your overall level of wellness.
For packages, stop by the wellness office, member services desk.
Personal Training: 1 Hour Sessions
Package #1
3 Sessions
$109.00
Package #2
4 Sessions
$136.00
Package #3
6 Sessions
$199.00
Package #4
12 Sessions
$372.00
Package #5
16 Sessions
$464.00
Package #6
24 Sessions
$648.00
Senior Training: 1/2 Hour Sessions
Package #1
6 Sessions
$ 90.00
Package #2
12 Sessions
$136.00
Package #3
15 Sessions
$165.00
Group Training 1 Hour Sessions (price per person, minimum of 2 people)
This is a great opportunity for your child to develop sport skills. These programs are designed to enhance motor skills such as running, jumping, coordination and ball handling. Our kinder sports begin and end with sportsmanship and participation for all.
6 Week Session
Youth Sports
Youth Sports
Age:
4 Years to 13 Years
Location:
Penn Hills YMCA
YMCA youth sports offer boys and girls opportunities to learn and enjoy sports without pressure and competition. Our goals: Fun, Fair Play, and Learning! Caring adult supervisors will give your child quality instruction. All the equipment your child will need is provided. With one-hour weekly games, we provide great support for your child in a safe and nurturing environment.
For both boys and girls. Our youth sports programs are designed to teach fundamentals, teamwork and having fun.
6 Week Session
Karate Kid
Age:
4 Years to 7 Years
Location:
YMCA Group Exercise Room
Dates:
September 11, 2010
Registration:
Currently
Instructor:
Mike Matsko
Times:
Saturday
10:00
to 10:45
am
11:00
am
to 11:45
am
12:00
Isshinryu Karate
All new participants receive a uniform included in the fee. This is a year round program that only accepts new students in September. Each session is 10 weeks long. All new students are enrolled in the Saturday 10:00 a.m. class, each class is 45 minutes.
Sessions: 10 weeks
YMCA Jr. Penguins Hockey
Age:
4 Years to 9 Years
Location:
YMCA Gymnasium
Fee:
FM: $35 PM: $40
Dates:
Program begins in October
Registration:
Currently
Times:
Saturday
11:00
am
to 1:00
pm
The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh Junior Penguins is open to girls and boys. Meeting weekly for practices and games, your child will learn the basics of hockey while enjoying the benefits of regular exercise, team building and most of all having fun. With a focus on fair play, youth sports make values a priority by instilling respect, caring and trustworthiness. Everybody plays on the YMCA team! Equipment and sponsorship for the season is provided by Dick's Sporting Goods, Trib Total Media, the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
At the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, you will make a connection that counts. The YMCA is a not for profit volunteer-driven organization. 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. You will make a positive impact in the lives of others.
Applications available at the Member Service Desk.
Participants can volunteer in a variety of YMCA programs
Don't worry, the YMCA will be able to provide care when school is cancelled all day long from 7:00AM to 6:30PM. You can purchase a package of three days of care to use when snow days occur.
Starfish and Seahorse are offered during the summer months. This is a reading/math tutorial program designed to help and enhance second graders' reading skills.
If you are interested in enrolling your child please email your request, including the information requested below, to ymcastarfish@yahoo.com
Parent's Name
Child's Name
School (currently enrolled)
Grade (current level)
Answer "Why do you think your child would benefit from the program?"
