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Posted on: Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

YBL: Join our Basketball Skills and Drills Program!

Are you ready to take your basketball game to the next level?

Our upcoming program is designed to help participants learn and practice essential skills and drills, develop the fundamentals of basketball, and put their new knowledge to the test during exciting scrimmages and games.

What You’ll Learn in YBL (Youth Basketball Leagues):

• Skills and Drills: Participants will engage in a variety of drills to improve their dribbling, shooting, passing, and defensive techniques.
• Fundamentals: Our experienced coaches will focus on teaching the core principles of basketball, ensuring that every player builds a strong foundation.
• Scrimmages and Games: Practice what you’ve learned in real-game scenarios, enhancing your understanding and application of basketball strategies.

Details about YBL:

• Season runs: December 14, 2024 – February 9, 2025
• Age groups begin at 4 and extend through grade 4, depending on the branch where you register.
• All skills can join. Non-members welcome.
• Cost: $84 member, $113 non-member.

Exclusive Offer for Family Members: Family-type members can participate in this program at no cost, aside from the price of a T-shirt. To access the YBL discount, you will receive a promo code via email. If you don’t receive your promo code, please reach out to our Member Service Desk for help.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to improve your basketball skills and have fun! Register today and get ready to hit the court with confidence.

REGISTER NOW: YBL

Preseason clinics accepting sign-ups!

Quick note: preseason clinics are open for registration! Clinics will be held Saturday mornings in Foxboro and Sunday mornings in North Attleboro, starting the weekend of November 9.

Don’t let your 3 year old miss out on all the fun this winter. They’ll love it!

Is your child eager to learn the fundamentals of basketball and get ready for future league play? Our Basketball Leagues Prep program is the perfect opportunity for young athletes to develop essential skills in a supportive group class setting.

Skills Class Overview: In this parent/child class, children will focus on:

• Dribbling: Working on controlling the ball and moving with it.
• Passing: Practicing how to pass the ball accurately and well.
• Shooting: Getting the hang of shooting the ball correctly and making it go in.
• Defense: Learning how to play defense and where to stand.
• Basic Game Play: Using what you’ve learned in actual games to feel more confident and get a better grasp of the game.
• Why Join Our Leagues Prep Program? This class is part of our comprehensive Leagues Prep program, specifically designed to help children prepare for participation in Y Sports Leagues as they grow older. By focusing on fundamental skills and game play, we ensure that each child builds a strong foundation for future success in basketball.

Details about classes for children who are 3:

• Class Times: Classes will be held Saturdays from 9:00 – 9:45 am in Foxboro and Sundays from 8:45 – 9:30 am in North Attleboro.
• Duration: The program runs for 8 weeks, starting on December 14 and ending on February 9.
• Location: All classes will take place at the Y Gymnasium. The start and end dates of this class align with our Youth Basketball League (YBL) schedule, making it easy for families to plan and participate.
• Cost: $78 member, $152 non-member.

REGISTER NOW: YBL PREP

Get your kids involved in youth basketball teams and leagues at your local Y, and watch them have a blast while learning the game!

Posted on: Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Food Access – Feeding & Caring For All

Our YMCA is a local non-profit organization committed to addressing public health challenges, such as food insecurity, in our communities. The Food Access Program partners with food pantries, schools, regional public health hubs, and community organizations to increase equitable access to nutrition. This collaborative effort—largely born from the depths of the pandemic—continue to help our neighbors of all ages and demographics to ensure access.

We have distributed more than 102,000 bags of food and served over 550,000 meals to those in need in our communities.

We are a proud partner of the Greater Boston Food Bank, dedicated to ensuring that no one in our community goes to bed hungry. To learn more, please contact foodaccess@hockymca.org or call 508-643-5277.

IF YOU ARE FACING FOOD INSECURITY, THE Y IS HERE TO HELP

Below is information on how the YMCA acts as an extension of the food pantry. Further down the page, you will also find details on how to volunteer and what pressing items we’re in need of from anyone who can donate. Food distribution is provided to all with no financial statements required.

** COMPLETE THIS INTAKE FORM FOR GROCERY BAGS **

FOOD DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS

Food insecurity has grown in our communities and to address that, the Y is distributing food to people in need. All that is required is the completion of this intake form.

GROCERIES ARE PROVIDED EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THESE BRANCHES FROM 12:30pm – 1:30pm:

• at the Foxboro Y (67 Mechanic Street)
• at the Franklin Y (45 Forge Hill Road)
• at the North Attleboro Y (300 Elmwood Street)

Pantry hours are available at the North Attleboro Y from 12:30pm-1:15pm and 5:30pm – 6:30pm.

FUEL FOR THE WEEKEND PROGRAM

Our North Attleboro Y offers a Fuel for the Weekend program which provides weekend food bags for students (or children ages 3-18) to help fill the gap between school lunches on Fridays and school breakfast on Mondays. For more information, please email fuelfortheweekend@hockymca.org.

DONATE TO HELP US

We welcome donations including the following: oatmeal cups/packets, macaroni & cheese boxes/cups, granola bars (nut free whole grain preferred), applesauce or mandarin orange cups (no added sugar), whole grain crackers, tuna pouches in water (low sodium), Progresso chicken soup (low sodium), rice boxes/cups, Barilla Ready Pasta and pasta boxes.

Needed baby products include: size 4, 5 and 6 diapers, wipes, baby food, formula, and toddler puffs/snacks. All items can be dropped off in bins located inside the YMCA or for large donations please contact us if arranging a pickup is preferred. Click to see our food drive flyer

DONATE NOW

Other ways to help…

• Donate the amount needed to fill a family-sized bag of groceries. Each bag given to prevent hunger is valued at $50. Visit hockymca.org/give.
• Become a Volunteer – Join our team as a volunteer to help with food distribution, delivery or pantry operations. For more information, please email stephanieb@hockymca.org.
• Run a food drive in your neighborhood. Take on the role of a “neighborhood captain” by adopting a street or neighborhood to mobilize a food collective drive. Select a pickup time a week or so in advance and ask neighbors to leave a bag or two of nonperishable food items outside their home or drop them at your residence — which you can bring to the Y.
• Donate by shopping online from our Amazon wish list, click here.
• Inquire about sponsorship opportunities by contacting Katie Moore at katiem@hockymca.org.

WE OFFER FREE SUMMER LUNCHES

Along with our many partners in our local communities, we offer free meals to kids ages 18 and under during the summer months at the following locations. This program is designed to help close the hunger gap children face during the summer and also includes activities, arts and crafts and special visitors throughout the summer. There is no sign up or registration required and the program is open to children in any community.

• MILFORD’S MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Monday through Friday from 11:00am-12:30pm. (12 Walnut Street in Milford, MA)

Includes an adult meal per family to enjoy while children enjoy their meals, too.

Posted on: Monday, September 23rd, 2024

Join us for Vacation Days packed with action

When School Is Out, the Fun Is In.

Kids ages 5-17 are invited to join us during Columbus Day and Veterans Day school breaks for fun, social, and educational activities.

We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve! That’s why, at the Y we offer flexible schedules and the opportunity for kids to learn skills and build relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement, all while having a lot of fun.

Our experienced staff takes the right steps to ensure your child’s safety and happiness during an action-packed day!

For our outdoor enthusiast pre-teens and teens, join us on a summit hike, with transportation to and from the North Attleboro Branch. Everyone else, get off that couch and onto the court! Join our sports team for mini sports camps running in Foxboro and North Attleboro all day and half day options available.

REGISTER TODAY!

Posted on: Sunday, September 1st, 2024

Fall Group Exercise Showcase

Join us for our Group Exercise Showcase – happening at a dedicated time at each branch this Fall!

DETAILS:

• Commit to trying a new class (or two) at your home branch or at another Hockomock Y branch to switch up your routine and meet new friends.
• Bring a friend (or two) for free to experience a group exercise class together.
• No registration required.
• Our wellness team are adding to the fun with prize giveaways and refreshments.
• Information about personal and small group training, Styku body scan programs and our Weight to Change program will be available.

At the Y – a supportive community inclusive of all ages and activity levels – is a big part of wellness.

In Group Exercise classes, you come together with others who want to live healthier and experience good health with others in a fun environment. Classes are led by certified instructors who ensure proper technique, provide guidance and encouragement. Meet us at the Y during Group Exercise Showcase.

View each branch’s schedule by clicking on the link below for real-time group exercise class:

FOXBORO: OCT. 14 – 20

See you in class!