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Posted on: Tuesday, September 6th, 2016

End of Summer Party!

Free Family Fun! It’s a Splash Bash

Saturday & Sunday,
Sept. 10-11, 2016

We’re thrilled to open our outdoor pools this weekend for a celebration of All Things Summer 2016. We hope you’ll join us!
TIMES:
12:00-3:00pm, Sat.
At all branches: Foxboro, Franklin & North Attleboro

– and –

3:00-6:00pm, Sun.
Only in Franklin & North Attleboro on Sunday

Bring a friend! Non-members, when you check-in, please be sure to mention splash bash for free admission to the YMCA. It is our policy that non-members age 18+ provide photo identification.

Enjoy free open swim and the chance to learn more or enroll in our fall swim session. Reconnect with some of your summer camp counselors and make new friends.

No registration is required.

Posted on: Thursday, September 1st, 2016

Play a Round in Support of Teens




Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will not be hosting a golf classic at Maplegate Country Club this year. Thank you for your understanding. If you would like to provide 2020 fiscal support of our Teen Programs, we would be grateful. Donate by visiting hockymca.org/give. Questions? Please contact Jim Downs at 508-643-5275 or jim@hockymca.org.




Each year our YMCA is proud to partner with our friends at beautiful Maplegate Country Club to recognize the achievement of young people in our Leadership Development programs and raise funds for outreach programs that support teens in the 15 communities we serve.

We are pleased to invite you to join us for a great day of golf, for a great cause. This fun event is set for Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Maplegate Country Club in Bellingham, Massachusetts.

What a value! In addition to an outstanding round of golf, the event will include continental breakfast, lunch on the course, and will conclude with a buffet dinner — all while enjoying the complimentary beverage carts throughout the day and plenty of surprises along the way.

EVENT DETAILS

8:30-9:30am – Check-In & Registration / Continental Breakfast
9:30am – Shotgun start
Lunch  – Provided on the course
3:00pm – Dinner program
 Maplegate Country Club, 160 Maple St, Bellingham, MA

How does the Hockomock Y helps kids to get on track and stay on track?

  • Teen Centers
  • Ropes Challenge Courses
  • Leaders Clubs
  • Youth and Government Programs
  • Teen Transitions and part-time staff development programs designed to teach skills and values needed to make safe decisions

REGISTER TODAY!

Thank you to those who make this event possible. Your support of Hockomock Area YMCA Teen Programming and Outreach is sincerely appreciated.

Course sponsor: Maplegate Country Club
Presenting Sponsor: Servus

Sponsorships are welcome. For more information, contact Jim Downs at 508-643-5275 or jim@hockymca.org

Posted on: Monday, August 29th, 2016

Louise’s Story – Weigh to Change!

We are excited to announce that all 3 of our branches will now offer a 10-week weight loss program called Weigh to Change following the success of our Foxboro spring program where 31 members lost a total of 267 pounds and 318.5 inches. Our fall program begins September 12th and will run through November 19th.

Meet Louise McAuliffe, one of our success stories from our spring 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:

  • August 30, Tuesday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 3, Saturday @ 10:00am

Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street, Foxboro, MA 02067

Days & Times:

  • September 1, Thursday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 10, Saturday @ 9:00am

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

Days & Times:

  • September 1, Thursday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 10, Saturday @ 8:00am

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 the Foxboro Y 5K Race on October 9th

The cost of the program is $499 for Hockomock Area YMCA Members and $749 for Hockomock Area YMCA Program Members (over an $800 value).

REGISTER ONLINE FOR WEIGH TO CHANGE

Read about Franklin Y’s trainer
Read about Foxboro Y’s trainers
Read about North Attleboro Y’s trainer

Posted on: Tuesday, August 9th, 2016

You Are Cordially Invited To The Back To School Celebration

It is almost time to go back to school! To celebrate the return to learning, join friends, family, and other members of the community at the Bernon Family Branch in Franklin for a Back to School Celebration full of fun and free haircuts! To get the school year off on the right foot, local hairdressers are offering free haircuts just in time for September. In addition to the haircuts, the event will also feature fun activities, and bounce house, photos, and much more!

The event will be held on Sunday, August 21, 2016. It will run from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

The event will be held at the Bernon Family Branch, which is located at 45 Forge Hill Road in Franklin.

The Back to School Celebration coincides with the end of the Backpack Drive. The Backpack Drive, which runs from July 11 through August 21, aims to provide backpacks and school supplies to kids who cannot afford them. To learn more about the Backpack Drive, click here!

Come stop by for fun, festivities, and free haircuts! Get ready for the school year and stop on by!

Posted on: Monday, August 1st, 2016

New Programs for Fall 1

We’re gearing up for a fantastic Fall 1 session!

Fall 1 runs:
Sept 12 – Oct 30

Enjoy a variety of programs for everyone in your family.

Over the summer, we (and probably you) have been incredibly inspired watching Team USA in Rio and now we’re excited to see the ripple effect as members in our community decide they too want to work hard in their athletic pursuits. At the YMCA, our programs are designed to help every individual achieve their potential, while learning the benefits of responsibility and respect for teammates, coaches, and all individuals providing support in ways big and small. What a fantastic tradition the summer games are!

As we move into fall, here are our Top Three Program suggestions:


# 3 GYMNASTICS CLASSES

Perhaps nothing is better than gymnastics for helping kids to develop balance and coordination, plus the confidence that’s won as a child takes on new challenges. All of our gymnastics classes use age-appropriate equipment, and our teaching program works with kids of all abilities.

Is your child a future Olympian? Explore the excitement that comes with representing your YMCA in state, regional, and national meets. What a blast our competitive team gymnasts had travelling this summer to California to compete in the YMCA National Gymnastics Championships. At all levels, our gymnasts are putting forth the effort of champions, including boys who join us in recreational classes and toddlers who enjoy classes with a parent or guardian.

Franklin Gymnastics Details

Foxboro Gymnastics Details

North Attleboro Gymnastics Details


# 2 YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES

The Y is a great place to learn to love a sport and our upcoming fall leagues mean kids can have fun outdoors, while taking advantage of the best time of year to live (and be active outdoors) in New England. Try flag football, soccer, t-ball or cheerleading and be part of our Team YMCA. Don’t miss our early bird savings. When you sign up by the end of day Sunday August 28, you’ll save $15 per sport per child.

Our sports leagues emphasize skill development and the importance of good sportsmanship. Everyone plays and learns. A team sports shirt, cheer uniform, or football jersey is provided with registration. Family event will also be included to end the season in celebration of all athletes.

Franklin Sports Leagues

Foxboro Sports Leagues

North Attleboro Sports Leagues


# 1 SWIM LESSONS & SWIM TEAM

Swimming is a life skill as well as great exercise and a challenging sport. We are passionate about making everyone confident and safe around the water, so we have swim lessons for all ages. Teaching children how to be safe around water is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. We are delighted by what Giovanni says about his swim lessons.

Transitioning back to school might mean it’s a good time to try something new. Explore our intramural and competitive swim programs, which are very popular. John Alberta grew up swimming at the Y and can do the butterfly as beautifully as the swimmers we watched in Rio. Here is John’s Y story. We are thrilled to learn John completed a successful first year swimming for the Engineers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and wish him well in the year ahead.

Franklin Swim Details

Foxboro Swim Details

North Attleboro Swim Details

Tryouts for our HAY LIGHTNING TEAM will take place Thursday, September 1. Visit teamunify.com for details.


There’s more… Yes!

We now offer DANCE CLASSES in an extended 15-week session.

You talked, we listened: Fall 1 dance classes in Foxboro and North Attleboro will run through the end of December, culminating with our holiday performances. Note, we still offer 7-week classes in Franklin (if this is your preference, we just ask you to keep an eye on the Stay Updated section of our website for Fall 2 registration reminders at the end of September).
Foxboro Dance Details North Attleboro Dance Details Franklin Dance Details

Nutrition Coaching is now offered at our YMCA.

And we offer lots of options for helping kids and families make good choices in the every-day areas of their lives. Read more here.


Fall 1 runs 7 weeks, with the following exceptions:

  • No classes held on Columbus Day (10/10/16).
    Monday class participants will see a reduced fee in their cart when compared to the same class running on other days of the week to reflect one fewer class.
  • In Foxboro only… our Fall 1 session begins on Sunday 9/11/16.
    If you’re registering for a Sunday class in Foxboro, please note that you will come a week early and that you will NOT come to class on the day of the Foxboro 5K (10/9/16). This allows a 7-week class and the ability for you to take part in our annual 5K/Fun Run and Family Day. Read more on the Foxoboro 5K here.
  • Sports Leagues kick off the weekend of Sept. 16. Season runs: September 16 – November 6, 2016. Teams will enjoy 3 weeks of practice, followed by 5 weeks of games.

REGISTER TODAY!

Posted on: Thursday, July 28th, 2016

Announcing the start of our fall Weigh to Change Program

We are excited to announce that all 3 of our branches will now offer a 10-week weight loss program called Weigh to Change following the success of our Foxboro spring program where 31 members lost a total of 267 pounds and 318.5 inches. Our fall program begins September 12th and will run through November 19th.

Meet Jed Neureuter, winner and one of our success stories from our spring program. He lost a total of 30 lbs. and 43.9 inches. Here is his story:

“As a result of the Weigh to Change program, I feel great! If I were to sum it up, the program was all about education for me. Now I know how to eat well and exercise properly.

The nutrition component was eye opening. The Styku scans, calorie counting, nutritional food recommendations and supermarket tours were all learning opportunities…I now know better what, when and how much to eat.

The personal training component has me hooked on exercise to complement my improved diet. I learned what Burpees and Pilates are, and even how to Spin. With Michelle, I learned how to do TRX and a new meaning of “sweet sixteen” among several others. The Y staff personalized my workouts and kept them interesting, introducing new exercises, stretching, foam rolling and the Sprint 8. I’ve experienced just about every exercise contraption the Y offers and I’m not longer intimidated to try the group exercise classes.

I know how to eat well, how to exercise properly and realize it’s just the start. The Hockomock Y has put together a great program framework and a great supportive team. I couldn’t be happier to have been part of this program.”

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:

  • August 30, Tuesday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 3, Saturday @ 10:00am

Invensys Foxboro Branch
67 Mechanic Street, Foxboro, MA 02067

Days & Times:

  • September 1, Thursday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 10, Saturday @ 9:00am

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

Days & Times:

  • September 1, Thursday @ 6:30pm
  • OR September 10, Saturday @ 8:00am

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 the Foxboro Y 5K Race on October 9th

The cost of the program is $499 for Hockomock Area YMCA Members and $749 for Hockomock Area YMCA Program Members (over an $800 value).

REGISTER ONLINE FOR WEIGH TO CHANGE

Read about the Franklin Y’s trainer

Read about the Foxboro Y’s trainers

Read about the North Attleboro Y’s trainer


Posted on: Wednesday, July 20th, 2016

Our Camps Voted Best in the Region

Thank you for voting us a favorite through Wicked Local Readers Choice Awards!

#1 Regional Favorite for Summer Camp!

We appreciate your votes and remains steadfast in our cause to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

We strive to make this the best summer ever! We believe we provide a place for youth and teens to belong, try new things, and make lifelong friends. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Our days are invigorating and we are having an amazing summer through hands-on learning.

We also received accolades for our Hockomock Area YMCA branches in the following Wicked Local Readers Choice Award categories:


Invensys Foxboro Branch Accolades

  • #1 Day care/Preschool
  • #1 Health Club/Yoga Studio

North Attleboro Branch Accolades

  • #1 Health Club/Yoga Studio
  • #1 Gymnastics School

Bernon Family Branch, Franklin Accolades

  • #1 Gymnastics School

To learn more about Wicked Local Readers Choice Awards 2016, click here.

Posted on: Thursday, June 9th, 2016

Welcome to our New Website

Because your membership at the Hockomock Area YMCA is important to us and we strive to invest in your experience with us, we hope you will enjoy our new website!

A little bit of background

Because our YMCA is so active — from strengthening community, organizing community events & initiatives, and leading swim lessons, camp, yoga & so much more — there is a lot of information to organize. Our strategy is to place community collaborations and mission focus on our main page and create NEW branch-centric pages.

Branch sites have been added

We are privileged to serve nearly 30,000 members in 15 communities. However, we understand you most likely want to know about events and schedules at your local YMCA. With the new website, each branch has its own section of the website. Our Four Branch locations are easily identified at the top navigation area (look for LOCATIONS ), taking you to a dynamic home page with the most up-to-date, relevant information for that branch community.

What you will find at your branch page is exciting! Our intent is to improve members’ daily experience through the addition of:

digital schedules
blog-style presentation of what’s newsworthy at your local YMCA
comprehensive program pages detailing what’s offered year round
a vibrant and welcoming experience
online contact forms
areas set aside for sharing philanthropic impact and how to get involved

Schedules to help you plan your everyday visits

By moving to digital schedules for our categories (Group Exercise, Pool, Gym, Friends & Family) we are pleased to be able to share the most up to date calendar of what’s happening both in and outside of our Y. The icons located mid-page will bring you to a day by day calendar to help you better plan your YMCA visit. There is also a calendar icon at the top to show weekly views of the calendars. Additional facility hours and our holiday hours are also available here.

How to find Programs and Activities?

You can use the shopping cart icon () at the top menu to quickly get into online Registration, where you can view and sign up for active programs. However, you can also browse under PROGRAMS in the top menu, where you will find links to all programs and activities, even if they only run at certain times of the year or if they do not require registration. They are organized under our Y’s area of focus: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, HEALTHY LIVING, and SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.

Since we offer so many Free Member Benefit Programs and Drop-in activities, we wanted to make information about them more accessible on the website. Please browse around under PROGRAMS to find them.

Contacting Us Online

CONTACT US

You will see we have contact forms on many pages of our new website to help better communicate with you and provide the answers you need. We look forward to hearing from you.

Go ahead, click around.

We appreciate your feedback on the new website and hope you will let us know if there is any way we can help you. We hope your experience with our new website will be one that helps you take advantage of a community that encourages fun, friendships and endless possibilities!

Posted on: Sunday, June 5th, 2016

Run, Walk, Roll for Charity in our Franklin 5K on June 26, 2016

NO CHILD SITS ON THE SIDELINES.

THE 12th ANNUAL FRANKLIN 5K
RUN ∙ WALK ∙ ROLL

SUNDAY
JUNE 26, 2016

9:00 a.m. REGISTRATION
10:00 a.m. RUN · WALK · ROLL

Remington Jefferson School
628 Washington Street Franklin, MA

Cost: $25 until June 10 | After June 10 registration is $30

REGISTER TO RUN

All proceeds benefit the Hockomock Area YMCA Reach Out for Youth and Families financial assistance program and the YMCA’s Integration Initiative, a program serving children with special needs.

The YMCA is pleased to announce the return of the Franklin 5K walk/run family event, which will be held on Sunday, June 26. Now in its twelfth year, this fun community event supports programs for children with disabilities at the Y.

The race will take place at Remington Jefferson School and the scenic surrounding neighborhood at 628 Washington Street in Franklin. Free activities for families will take place from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The race, formerly called Run for Bob, was started by Kris and Kayla Biagiotti in memory of Kayla’s dad Bob Biagiotti and his belief that no child should be left on the sidelines. Kris continues her advocacy through this event. Inspired by Team Hoyt, Kris and Kayla (The K Girls) achieved the incredible accomplishment of being the first mother/daughter team to finish the Boston Marathon in 2013. But it was not easy. Kris and Kayla were 50 yards from the finish line when the first bomb went off, and instead of raising their hands in victory, they were forced to shield themselves from flying shrapnel. A month later, they got to cross the finish line and receive their medals at The Franklin 5K. The race has raised more than $80,000 over the past several years to benefit children with special needs.

“The Hockomock Area YMCA is to be commended for creating such a wonderful program for the youth in the communities it serves,” said Dick Hoyt upon receipt of the Legends Award in 2012 at the Y’s Legends Ball, the annual gala at the Hockomock Area YMCA raising funds for the Integration Initiative. The initiative was born 12 years ago at the Hockmomock Y out of an emerging need in our community to provide inclusive programs for children with special needs and their typically developing peers.

Register today at hockymca.org. Cost is $25, but will increase to $30 after June 10. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 men’s and women’s finishers from several age categories and all participants will receive a finisher medal. On the day of the event, walk-in registration will be offered starting at 9:00am. Pre-event bib pickup will be offered. The 5K will start at 10:00am.

Free family activities include: Kids Fun Run, inflatable obstacle course, refreshments, games, DJ entertainment, and more.

Thank you to event sponsors, who make the Franklin 5K possible: Ashworth Awards, Bay State Physical Therapy, Design Elements for Business, and the Rodman Ride for Kids.

Posted on: Sunday, June 5th, 2016

Time for a Staycation? Our Splash Park is Now Open at the Franklin Y

Just in time for summer! We are pleased to announce the brand new Rockland Trust Family Splash Park, dedicated on June 16, 2016 at our Bernon Family Branch.

This expansive water feature, adjacent to our existing outdoor pool, will provide families with lifetime memories and opportunities for quality time together. An exciting new addition, the Splash Park will provide entertainment for the entire family while adding to the value of summer camps, child care and after school programs.

Come check out The Rockland Trust Family Splash Park — an ideal spot for parents with both younger and older children, as the younger ones will be able to use the park while the older ones use the pool.

If you’re not a member of the Y, be sure to inquire about a guest pass at the front desk (photo ID required).

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