Posted on: Monday, September 18th, 2017

Member Appreciation Activities

Thank you for being an important member of our Y family! Join us Join us beginning Saturday, October 21, 2017 through Friday, October 27, 2017 for a ton of fun free activities and giveaways IN FRANKLIN:

SATURDAY

  • 9am-12pm Update your member photo & information with our Y
  • 1:30pm-3:30pm Free swimming with pumpkins

SUNDAY

  • 9am-12pm Update your member photo & information with our Y
  • 2pm-3:30pm Drop-in Gymnastics

MONDAY

  • 9am-11am Free mini-massages courtesy of Sheryl Floris
  • 10am-11am Touch-a-Truck
  • 11am-12pm Free assessments with Bay State Physical Therapy
  • 12pm-3pm Free Child Watch drop off
  • 2pm-3pm Free assessments with Bay State Physical Therapy

TUESDAY

  • 9am-11am Free coffee and muffins in the lobby with Membership Representative Alana Sanders
  • 11am-12pm Free assessments with Bay State Physical Therapy
  • 12pm-3pm Free Child Watch drop off
  • 3pm-4pm Drop-in sports class with Coach Allie
  • 3pm-5pm Thin crust pizza samples courtesy of Uno’s Pizzeria
  • 3pm-5pm Free skate passes to Franklin Pirelli Veterans Arena
  • 6pm-8pm Free mini-massages courtesy of Sheryl Floris

WEDNESDAY

  • 6am-8am Free mini-massages courtesy of Sheryl Floris
  • 9am-11am Free coffee in the lobby
  • 11am-12pm Free assessments with Bay State Physical Therapy
  • 12pm-3pm Free Child Watch drop off
  • 2pm-3pm Free assessments with Bay State Physical Therapy
  • 3pm-5pm Make your own parfait and trail mix
  • 7pm-8:30pm Zumba More! Join us for this 90 minute class

THURSDAY

  • 6am-8am Free mini-massages courtesy of Sheryl Floris
  • 9am-11am Free STEM activity in the lobby
  • 9:15am-10:45am Zumba More! Join us for this 90 minute class
  • 12pm-3pm Free Child Watch drop off
  • 3pm-5pm Flower giveaway in the lobby
  • 6pm-8pm Smoothie samples in the lobby

FRIDAY

  • 9am-11am Free Styku body scan demos in the lobby
  • 9:15am-10:45am Y Cycle More! Join us for this 90 minute class
  • 12pm-3pm Free Child Watch drop off
  • 12pm-5pm Bounce house party with healthy snack in the gymnasium
  • 3pm-5pm Free mini-massages courtesy of Sheryl Floris
  • 6:30pm-8pm Spooky Games – Join us for a free family fun event

Posted on: Monday, September 18th, 2017

Member Appreciation Activities

Thank you for being an important member of our Y family! Join us beginning Saturday, October 21, 2017 through Friday, October 27, 2017 for a ton of fun free activities and giveaways IN FOXBORO:

SATURDAY

  • 9am-11am Fresh fruit in the lobby. Enter our raffle to win a free YMCA birthday party
  • 9am-10am Cardio Hip Hop Zumba battle
  • 12:30pm-6pm Free swimming with pumpkins. Enter our raffle to win a candle gift basket

SUNDAY

  • 8am-2pm Water bottle giveaway for sports league participants
  • 9am-12pm Flower seed giveaway

MONDAY

  • 9am-11am Free child ID kits courtesy of New York Life
  • 3pm-5pm Free STEM activity in the lobby
  • 6pm-8pm Make your own trail mix bar in the lobby

TUESDAY

  • 9am-11am Update your membership information at our Y and receive a free gift
  • 9am-11am Marathon Sports complimentary stride/gait assessment. Enter our gift card raffle
  • 3pm-5pm Styku body scan demos in the lobby. Enter our 5 Wits raffle

WEDNESDAY

  • 9am-11am Free coffee and muffins in the lobby with our Aquatics Director Rob Houston
  • 9am-11am Active Older Adults Breakfast in the Teen Center
  • 10am-11am Free take home craft for kids
  • 3pm-5pm Flower giveaway
  • 3pm-5pm Bounce house party with a healthy snack in the gymnasium

THURSDAY

  • 9:30am-11am Free coffee and a healthy snack in the lobby
  • 9:30am-11am Free massages courtesy of Bay State Physical Therapy
  • 3pm-5pm Free smoothies in the lobby with Nutrition Director Lauren Hynes
  • 6pm-8pm Free press-on tattoos for kids. Enter our Unlikely Story raffle

FRIDAY

Posted on: Sunday, August 20th, 2017

Louise’s Story

We are excited to announce that all 3 of our branches offer a 10-week weight loss program called Weigh to Change.

Meet Louise McAuliffe, one of our success stories from our spring 2017 program. She lost a total of 16lbs. and 28.1 inches. Here is her story:

10 weeks ago I was introduced to the Weigh to Change motto, “I do this for me.” I have 3 jobs: wife, mom & employee… at my best I can do those jobs well at any given time. However, notice there is no mention of “me”.

I was overweight, unmotivated, stressed out, & often grumpy. I was making terrible food choices & definitely not practicing portion control. Focusing on my family & job has always made it difficult for me to fit in any type of exercise,.. but I know that was just an excuse. I read about the Weigh to Change program on my Y’s Facebook page & decided to call for info.

So many things appealed to me about the program… the early mornings, 1 night a week, early Saturdays, the nutritionist, the support. I decided to sign up even before the information night.

I love the program. It’s a lot of work, but boy, it was worth it! I felt great after each session. The comraderie of fellow participants & support from coaches were amazing. I learned so much. I now add veggies to smoothies for a delicious breakfast, have salad for lunch almost every day, and eat smaller portions of healthy food for dinner.

I am thrilled to say that I have lost a total of 16 lbs. & 28.1 inches! I now wear clothes I haven’t worn in years, & people are taking notice! My 13 year old daughter exclaimed, “Mom, you’re sticking with it this time, you look great!” My 8 year old daughter wants to come to classes with me. I have even lowered my blood pressure. This program has given me so much energy & I deal with my stress so much easier. I feel great! I am so glad I chose to “do this for me!”

Come to one of our Weigh to Change Information Sessions & Learn More!

Bernon Family (Franklin) Branch
45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MA 02038

Days & Times:

  • Thursday, December 28 @ 6:00pm
  • OR Saturday, January 6 @ 9:30am
  • OR Wednesday, January 10 @ 7:00pm

Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street, Foxboro, MA 02067

Days & Times:

  • Wednesday, January 17 @ 6:30pm
  • OR Saturday, January 20 @9:30am

North Attleboro Branch
300 Elmwood Street, North Attleboro, MA 02760

Days & Times:

  • Wednesday, January 17 @ 6:30pm
  • OR Saturday, January 20 @9:30am

The Weigh to Change program offers support and education in both areas of fitness and nutrition. By combining physical training and better nutrition, participants will benefit in the most successful way to achieve weight loss. Participants will be challenged throughout the ten weeks with personal training, nutrition guidance, group work outs, and friendly challenge competitions.

Specifically the Weigh to Change Program includes:

  • Weekly individual 30-minute personal training session
  • Individual nutrition counseling with nutritionist
  • Minimum of three weekly group training sessions
  • Weekly nutrition and physical challenges
  • Two Nutrition workshops
  • Styku 3-D body scan
  • Entry into a local road race

The cost of the program is $499 for Hockomock Area YMCA Members and $599 for Hockomock Area YMCA Program Members (over an $800 value). Payment plan available.

REGISTER ONLINE FOR WEIGH TO CHANGE

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Posted on: Tuesday, August 15th, 2017

A Look Back at Summer

THE BEST SUMMER EVER

We’re all so proud of our dedicated camp staff who served for eleven weeks this past summer as young leaders and role models to youth from the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. More than 300 counselors were hired by our YMCA this year and for some, this was their first job.

Many staff members came to our Y as campers and return to make their impact as counselors. To me, that’s a special part of the tradition of summer camp that we celebrate each year.

Enjoy this brief video that highlights a day at summer camp at the Hockomoock Area YMCA. The smiles and laughter are sure to bring a smile to your face. And thank you for all you do in support of our YMCA.


Sincerely,

Ed Hurley
President, Hockomock Area YMCA



No copyright infringement intended. Music by Hanson – MMMBop. All materials used property of their respective owners.

Posted on: Friday, August 4th, 2017

Make A Difference

HELP PROVIDE MORE KIDS WITH A SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE

There is something magical about summer camp that every child needs and deserves. Our staff role models provide kids with important social development and life lessons critical to their development. However, many families – for a variety of reasons – do not have the means to provide a summer camp experience for their kids.

You can maximize your impact on kids in our community now more than ever. The Spier Family has announced a summer camp challenge and will match every donation between July 31st and August 14th up to $25,000. With your help and the support from the Spier Family, we look forward to raising $50,000 to provide more kids an opportunity to experience their best summer ever at camp this August.

Our Y is committed to strengthening community and ensuring everyone regardless of ability to pay has the opportunity to thrive. This is our mission and our cause. And with your help another great example of our Y being a place where cause meets community. Together we can make a difference in the lives of local kids and families this summer.

Make Your Gift Today!

For more information, stop by any of our Y branches.

Thank you,

Ed Hurley
President, Hockomock Area YMCA

Posted on: Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017

Join Us on an Uplifting Journey – Aug 12 & 13

Our Hockomock Area YMCA Summer Theatre Camp Presents Annie!

Campers from around the region, ages 7-14, have been diligently preparing and are thrilled to hit the stage on August 12 and 13 at Bellingham High School’s modern, air-conditioned venue. Join us for a heartwarming show. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie will charm everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.

In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

All ages will enjoy the show. Give yourself a late summer night out or a matinee on Sunday and join families from around the region. You’re sure to be impressed by the lengths the campers go to, pushing themselves to achieve milestones in their pursuit of theatre excellences: singing, acting, and stage production.

We are thrilled to share this wonderful story with you!

Performances:
August 12 (Sat) 7:00 pm
August 13 (Sun) 1:00 pm

At the Bellingham High School
60 Blackstone St, Bellingham, Massachusetts

Tickets are $7 at the door for students, $10 for adults. Details on our Theatre Program can be found at www.hockymca.org/mansfield.

Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Martin Charnin

Posted on: Friday, July 14th, 2017

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Celebration

On June 13th we gathered for our annual LIVESTRONG at the YMCA event celebrating the impact of this powerful program for cancer survivors and their families. To date, 765 cancer survivors have participated in the program since 2010. We also celebrated our new Living STRONGER program for LIVESTRONG at the YMCA alumni.

Please watch our video sharing highlights of the event, a strong example of community coming together to support and lift each other up.

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free 12-week program designed for cancer survivors seeking to regain health, build strength, and connect with other cancer survivors.

Click here to read more about the impact of our LIVESTRONG program in our 2016 Impact Report.

Thank you for your support of our YMCA. Best wishes for a wonderful summer.

Sincerely,

Ed Hurley
President, Hockomock Area YMCA

Posted on: Monday, June 19th, 2017

We’re Hiring!

LEARN, GROW AND THRIVE WITH A CAREER AT THE Y

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people and communities.

As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job—we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community.

At the Y, you can discover your passion and a lifelong career helping to solve some of the nation’s most pressing social issues.

JOBS ARE AVAILABLE IN FOXBORO, FRANKLIN, AND NORTH ATTLEBORO

Teachers and Assistant Teachers
Yoga, Spin and Boot Camp Instructors as well as Certified Personal Trainers
Member Service Representative
Lifeguards and Swim Instructors
General Maintenance
Youth Programs Staff and limited camp staff including a pottery instructor
After School and Before School Child Care Postitions
Administration Positions

Attend a group hiring event led by our Gymnastics Program on June 29 (4-6pm) details here.

A complete listing of career opportunities and instructions for applying to work at our YMCA are available on our website’s careers page.

CLICK TO VISIT OUR CAREERS PAGE

Posted on: Friday, June 16th, 2017

Annual Meeting 2017

Every spring at our Annual Meeting, passion for our cause-driven mission is inspired and renewed as we gather to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year. We had the pleasure on May 17th of honoring shining examples of youth, individuals and community partners who make it possible for our Y to enhance lives and enrich communities.

Enjoy this short video capturing highlights from the annual meeting held at Lake Pearl. And please read our 2016 annual report chronicling another successful year at our Y. The report describes the impact our relationships have in improving the quality of life of our members and friends as together we strive to meet emerging community needs with our focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Sincerely,

Ed Hurley
President, Hockomock Area YMCA

Posted on: Monday, June 5th, 2017

Attend a Great Show – June 23 & 24

The Hockomock Area YMCA Theatre Institute Presents Into the Woods

Our Theatre Institute actors age 15-22 invite you to take a journey with them Into the Woods. Sondheim’s musical brings to life all your favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderlla, Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood and others as they set off to make their wishes come true. What inner strengths will they discover during the exciting journey?

This is a thrilling story! All ages will enjoy the show. Give yourself a late spring night out or a matinee on Saturday and join families from around the region. You’re sure to be impressed by the lengths the young adults go to, pushing themselves to achieve milestones in their pursuit of theatre excellences: singing, acting, and stage production.

We are thrilled to share this wonderful story with you.

Performs:
June 23 (Fri) 7:00 pm
June 24 (Sat) 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm

At the Orpheum Theatre
1 School St, Foxborough, Massachusetts

Tickets are $10 at the door for students, $12 for adults

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine

HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
 508.695.7001

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HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA LOCATIONS

BERNON FAMILY BRANCH

45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA 02038

 508.528.8708

INVENSYS FOXBORO BRANCH

67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA 02035

 508.543.2523

HURLEY FAMILY BRANCH

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760

 508.695.7001

MANSFIELD ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

40 Balcom Street
Mansfield, MA 02048

 508.339.3066