We offer a variety of classes that provide enrichment and education for everyone in the family.

CPR/AED Classes

The YMCA of Arlington offers American Safety and Health Institute First Aid and CPR with AED classes several times each year. Cost is $65 and class size is limited. Click here for class schedule and waiver.

Upcoming Class Dates: (classes held at Central Branch)  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 19
June 26
July 10
July 17
July 31
August 14
August 28
September 11
September 25
 

Women's Safety and Self-Defense

Learn and practice hands-on self-defense techniques in a safe environment. Feel confident about learning how to recognize a dangerous situation, avoid a potential attack and defend yourself and escape. The class is taught by a former police officer and third degree black belt.

Classes are available at the North Branch. Contact the North Branch
at (817) 548-9622 for more information.

Upcoming Class Date:
Wednesday, June 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

   Safety and Self-Defense Information Form

Parent-Tot Classes

Parent-Tot classes stimulate the young child’s small and large motor skills through fun games, songs, and activities including an obstacle course. Props used include a parachute, bubbles and music. Classes are designed for ages 1 to 4 years and their parent.

Classes are available at the Cooper Street Branch
Classes run in four-week sessions.
Cost: $15 per four-week session for full-privilege members and $20 per four-week session for program members.
Classes are on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

Upcoming Class Dates:
Sign-up is available at the Cooper Branch Welcome Center.

For more information contact Coleen Faulkner at coleenf@ymca-arlington.org or 817.419.9629

Kid's Safety and Awareness

This class teaches your child how to be safe around strangers. Open to ages three and up. Classes are available at the North Branch. Contact the North Branch at (817) 548-9622 for more information and to register.

Upcoming Class Dates:
September 11, 2010 at 10 a.m.

Lifeguard Certification

This course is designed to prepare the participant with the knowledge and skills needed to be a pool lifeguard.
Certifications received will be YMCA Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and
Oxygen Administration.

Additional information and registration form

Safe Sitter Classes

This program teaches boys and girls ages 11 to 13, how to handle emergencies when caring for children, safe and nurturing child care techniques, and behavior management skills.

Cost: $65 for Full Members, $75 for Program Members (includes manual)
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (parent’s meeting from 3:30 to 4 p.m.)
Bring a notebook, pencil and sack lunch
Classes are available at Cooper Street Branch and Mansfield Activities Center

Upcoming Classes:
Saturday, June 12 at Cooper Branch YMCA
Saturday, July 17 at Mansfield Activities Center
Saturday, August 14 at Cooper Branch YMCA

For more information contact Coleen Faulkner at coleenf@ymca-arlington.org or 817.419.9629

  Safe Sitter Information

HOME SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Cooper Street Branch offers a Home School Physical Education Program. This program is designed exclusively for Home School students. Students are introduced to sports, games and activities that challenge individuals physically and mentally and foster team building skills.

Home School Physical Education Program Information