Whether you’re 2 or 102, or anywhere in between, the South Shore YMCA has everything you need to swim, play, get healthy, find a new hobby, or spend quality time as a family. We’re dedicated to providing families with fun ways to get creative and be active together, so check out a few of our kid-friendly events below that are taking place throughout October at the SSYMCA:

Emilson:

Family Friendly Fitness Classes at Emilson (NEW!)
Kids in Motion – Every Mon & Wed, 4-4:45pm, Ages 7+
Tai Chi – Every Wed, 7-8pm, Ages 10+
Youth Yoga – Every Thurs, 4-4:45pm, Ages 5+
Yoga Van Gogh – Every Fri beginning November 8, 5-6pm, Ages 5+. (The goal of this class will be to cultivate creativity, imagination and Health benefits for kids and their families. The unique combination of fine arts exploration and Yoga poses is a great way for our young future Yogi’s to learn in a fun filled environment.)
Family GRIT class – Sunday, Oct. 13^th from 8:45am-9:15am, Ages 7+
Family CXWorx class – Sunday, Oct. 13^th from 9:15am-9:45am, Ages 7+
Family GRIT class – Sunday, Oct. 13^th from 10:00am-10:30am, Ages 7+

Free for Family Household Members. Parents/caregivers welcomed and encouraged to attend all above classes! Class attendees under the age of 13 are required to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or family member over the age of 16.

FREE Trick-Or-Treating!
Thursday, October 31, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Dress up in your costumes and bring your family to your local Y branch for trick-or-treating! The celebration, which is free and open to the public, helps families enjoy this fall tradition in a safe and kid-friendly environment! For more info, contact the Emilson SSYMCA Welcome Desk at (781) 829-8585.

Playroom Activity Center
Open Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm
Open Saturday 8am-2pm
Open Sunday 8am-1pm

Kids Night Out
5pm-8pm
Every Saturday evening
$20 per child for members/$25 per child for non-members

Kids Day Outs: Go out get some errands done, get your nails done, go shopping, make a doctor appointment or catch up with friends while your children play, explore and learn with experienced, caring YMCA staff. Pizza is provided, themed day fun and surprises.
Age: 2 – 9 Yrs.
Non-refundable Fees: Member – $25/child, Non-Member – $20/child
10/2, 10/8, 10/16, 10/22, 10/30

Friday Family Fun Night: Every Friday night at the Emilson Y from 5pm-7pm, you’ll find a bounce house, games, family swim and SkyTrail: included in the household membership.
NEW at Emilson during Friday Family Fun Nights beginning on Friday, November 8: Fri 5-6pm – Yoga Van Gogh, Ages 5+ . This class will begin on Friday, November 8. (The goal of this class will be to cultivate creativity, imagination and Health benefits for kids and their families. The Unique combination of fine arts exploration and Yoga Poses is a great way for our young future Yogi’s to learn in a fun filled environment).

Family Gym Playgroup: Every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30am-12pm in the gym. Included with household membership/ $7 per child for non-members.

Playroom and Activity Center Activities: Offered on select days, Monday- Friday 11am and 4pm and Saturdays and Sundays 11am.

LEGO Club:
Do you love Legos? Then join us at the Emilson Y for LEGO club. Building, creating, and constructing with Legos will be the order of business at this club! Have fun exploring a variety of weekly themes and challenge yourself to try some new building techniques. Come learn and share some new ideas at the Emilson Y LEGO Club.
Every Wednesday, 4pm-5pm
Ages: 4 Yrs. – 10 Yrs.
Fees: Full Member – $90/child; Non-Member – $115/child

Birthday parties and Tutoring are also available per request. For more information about any of the above events taking place at the Emilson YMCA in Hanover, contact Annie Vraibel, Director of Family Program Engagement, South Shore YMCA, Emilson Branch, at 781-829-8585 ext. 8232 or avraibel@ssymca.org.

Quincy:

Family Friendly Fitness Classes at Quincy (NEW!)
Mon/Fri @ 3:30pm – Family Zumba, Ages 13+
Tues @ 3:30pm – Youth Cardio Blast, Ages 7+
Wed @ 3:30pm – Family Yoga, Ages, 13+
Thurs @ 3:30 pm – Youth Cycle, Ages 7+
Free for Family Household Members. Parents/caregivers welcomed and encouraged to attend all above classes!

Kids Night Out:
Go out to dinner, see a movie, or catch up with friends while your children play, explore and learn with experienced, caring YMCA staff. Pizza is provided followed by movie, fun and games!
Age: 1 1/2 Yr. (walking) – 11 Yrs.
$20 per child for members/$25 per child for non-members
5pm-8pm, every Saturday

Kids Day Out
Go out get some errands done, get your nails done, go shopping, make a doctor appointment or catch up with friends while your children play, explore and learn with experienced, caring YMCA staff. Pizza is provided, themed day fun and surprises.
Age: 2 – 9 Yrs.
Non-refundable Fees: Member – $20/child, Non-Member – $25/child

Family Gym
Join other parents and children for a morning of structured play, fun and social time while working to build the 5 pillars that support a healthy family: eat healthy, play every day, time together, unplug and sleep well! Every child’s parent or caregiver needs to be actively involved in the group.
Summer Hours for the month of September:
Every Monday – Friday
10:30am-12pm on the turf
Free/included in the price of household membership, $7 per child for non-members

Saturday Family Prime Time
A variety of family-friendly activities are hosted at the Quincy Y. Enjoy meeting other families as well as trying new activities. Every child’s parent or caregiver needs to be actively supervising child participants for their safety during activities.
– 3:00pm-4:30pm inflatable fun – located in the field house
– 4:30pm-7:30pm open swim for families – located in the pool
Free/included in the price of household membership

For specific dates or more information on any of the above events taking place at the Quincy YMCA branch, contact Rosie Previti, Youth and Family Director, South Shore YMCA, Quincy Branch, at 617-479-8500 ext. 4717 or rpreviti@ssymca.org.

October Youth & Family Fun at the Y!

Emilson:

Quincy: