<strong>CAPE ANN YMCA WELCOMES NEW SPORTS DIRECTOR GENTRY LEWIS </strong>
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CAPE ANN YMCA WELCOMES NEW SPORTS DIRECTOR GENTRY LEWIS 

Professional basketball player, head basketball coach, mentor, and business owner leads the Y sports program

Gloucester, MA, – The Cape Ann YMCA is pleased to announce Gentry Lewis as its new Sports Director. With more than 15 years of experience in sports management and youth mentoring, Gentry is passionate about the connection between team sports and strengthening community. As CEO of D&G LLC, he built several successful companies while playing professional basketball for the last 15 years in Europe. He speaks Arabic, Spanish, Turkish, and is fluent in Italian. Most recently, Gentry has been working with the Mayor of Medford on economic development and youth programming initiatives.

Growing up in Louisiana, Gentry was a longtime member of the Y community there. He is passionate about the Y’s mission and core values and is committed to further strengthening the Cape Ann Y’s sports programming, culture, and youth development with his proven leadership skills.

Erina McWilliam-Lopez, Executive Director of the Cape Ann Y said, “We are beyond thrilled to have Gentry join our team and lead our sports program. His experience in coaching and mentoring as well as his breadth of knowledge in sports marketing and planning is something that will benefit our members and the community. He is an incredible asset to our Y as we broaden our sports programming to serve a wide range of ages, interests, and abilities. Gentry brings immense talent and opportunity to our Cape Ann community.”

About the YMCA of the North Shore
The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. For over 160 years, the YMCA of the North Shore has been strengthening the foundations of the community. It serves more than 40,000 members and program participants in 25 cities and towns. We nurture the potential of children and teens, improve health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support our neighbors, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, or socio-economic background. Visit  www.northshoreymca.org. 

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News from your YMCA!

As I reach one month as the new Executive Director, I am genuinely inspired each day by our dedicated and diverse member community. Thanks to you and the generosity of our supporters, hundreds of families and children have access to health and wellness, learning, and fun at our Y. Last year, we awarded more than $510,000 in financial aid for membership, program, childcare and camp with projections even higher this year.

Exciting news! We’re hosting our first golf tournament at Bass Rocks on Monday, October 3, 2022 and you’re invited! 100% of the proceeds go directly into our financial assistance program for children and families.

Erina McWilliam-Lopez
Click here for all the tournament details
Get Excited for Fall

As summer winds down, we are gearing up for even more fun this fall! From swim lessons, gymnastics to personal training, pickleball, and more, there is something for every age and every interest this fall at the Y!
Register for Swim Lessons
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Check out our Connectors Program

Join us for a kick off lunch and information session about this engaging and fun program for active older adults!

Wednesday, September 21
11:30 am
Recreation Room

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Williams williamse@northshoreymca.org
YMCA360 Virtual Y Classes

New releases this month include Chair Yoga, Core Express, Fierce, Muscle Pump, Pilates Mat, Vinyasa Yoga, and more! No matter where your summer travels take you, your local Y is never far behind with YMCA360! All your favorite exercise classes, cooking how-to’s, kids crafts, and more are available on Apple TV, Roku, Google Play, and the App Store with the YMCA360 app. Sign up today at www.ymca360.org
YMCA360 Virtual Experience
Enroll Now for our School Age Program

We’re getting ready for back to school and have some spots available in our afterschool program. Join our fun, educational program that helps children develop self-confidence, friendships, positive values, academic achievement, while building a sense of community. We offer care during school vacations, snow days, and half days. Each child registered for the school-age program also receives a Free YMCA Youth Membership!Click here for more information
Your Support, Our Mission

So many smiles, so much laughter – time really flies when you’re having fun – all possible because of generous donors like you!

We are proud to provide a summer full of adventure and opportunity to hundreds of children regardless of a family’s financial situation. With a couple of weeks left in the 2022 Y camp season, we are working to continue to meet the demand for camp scholarships

By the end of the summer we anticipate awarding nearly $550,000 in scholarships, and we need your help! Watch the video below to see what your impact has on our campers every day. Can our campers count on you this summer?

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Cleaning Sanitization:  A clean Y is a happy Y.

We are committed to the health and safety of all our staff and members. Thank you for continuing to do your part in helping keep the equipment and YMCA facilities clean. We will continue our stringent cleaning practices and facility sanitization plans. Learn more>>
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Manage Your Membership
As always, we are here to answer your questions. If you have any questions or need to reactivate your membership, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Membership Sales Director: Joe Dapper dapperj@northshoreymca.org
   

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Swim Lessons Registration opens August 15th!


 Join Sharks Swim Academy
Registration Opens, Monday, August 15th!

YMCA swim lessons are internationally acclaimed because they have been proven to work.  Whether you are looking to increase child safety around water, learn how to swim, or fine tune a particular stroke technique, our aquatic professionals are here for you.
AGE GROUPS & CLASSES

Beginning with water discovery, exploration, acclimation and stamina and progressing to stroke introduction, development and mechanics, our path to swimming skills helps students advance quickly while having fun! Instructor to student ratios ensure lots of water time and individual attention.
PARENT/CHILD SWIM ACADEMY LESSONS (INFANT, TODDLER and PRESCHOOL)
Ages: 6 months – 3 years
Ratio: 12 parent/child pairs to 1 instructorPRESCHOOL SWIM ACADEMY LESSONS
Ages: 3 – 5 years
Ratio: 6 students to 1 instructorYOUTH SWIM ACADEMY LESSONS
Ages: 6 years and up
Ratio: 8 non-swimming students to 1 instructor
10 swimming students to 1 instructor
Click here for Swim Lesson OverviewNEW! SWIM CLUB

Swim Club is for future aquatic leaders ages 11-14. A fun mix of all things water such as liquid gym, stroke technique, sports and games blended with Swim Instructor and Lifeguard development curriculum. Join the “Club” and make new friends, develop leadership skills and give back to the community.


PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS & ADULT SWIM LESSONS  IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO LEARN HOW TO SWIM!
Private swim lessons boast an innovative curriculum designed to advance individual swimmer’s skills and abilities in a wide variety of swimming proficiencies including personal safety, submersion, stroke work, diving, boating safety, competitive swimming, endurance, and physical fitness.
Learn More
Click here to explore ALL our programs!Schedules
YMCA of the North Shore Locations
Glen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA
Greater Beverly YMCA
Haverhill YMCA
Ipswich Family YMCA
Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA
Plaistow Community YMCA
Salem YMCA
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Register for fall programs today at the Y!

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You’ll Love our Fall Programs!

From gymnastics to youth sports, adult sports, classes and leagues, plus personal training, pickleball, and more, there is something for every age and every interest this fall at the Y!

SIGN UP TODAY!


PLEASE NOTE! Swim registration will open on or before August 15 and you’ll receive a communication from us as soon as it’s open for enrollment! Scroll down for more information about swim lessons!

Jump into our Swim Program!
Exciting News! Knowing that our communities see us as a vital resource for swim lessons, we are adding as many classes as possible at each of our YMCA locations while also re-establishing new ratios to improve our swim lesson experience.

You’ll receive a communication from us as soon as swim lessons are open for enrollment!

We can’t wait to see you in the pool!
Click here to explore ALL our programs!
Schedules
Click here to register
YMCA of the North Shore LocationsGlen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA
Greater Beverly YMCA
Haverhill YMCA
Ipswich Family YMCA
Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA
Plaistow Community YMCA
Salem YMCA
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Upcoming Events That Support Our Y


Strengthening the community is at the core of everything we do. We are so grateful for our donors, volunteers, staff, and members who join us for our community events that raise critical funds that support the Y.

All funds raised ensure that we can continue to be a vital resource for adults and families who need us the most.

Check out our events below and join us in creating a far-reaching, positive impact in the 25 cities and towns we serve!Don’t Miss the Beverly Homecoming 5K

Thursday, August 4, 6:30 PM
Lynch Park, BeverlyRegister for the Homecoming 5K TODAY!
Run, walk, or stroll with us and support the Y and our Corner Stone initiative, a collaborative program that provides FREE membership and support to individuals with cancer, those in treatment/recovery and their immediate families.

More Road Races, More fun!
Click here for ALL race dates, times & to register

Tee Off For a Great Cause!
Greater Beverly YMCA Golf Tournament
Monday, September 12th
Essex County Club, Manchester by the SeaEssex County
Glen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA Golf Tournament
Monday, October 3rdBass Rocks Golf Club, GloucesterBass Rock
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SENIOR CAREGIVERS NEEDED

Become an ABC Caregiver and Help Keep Cape Ann Seniors Safe at Home!

ABC Offers more!

  • More FLEXIBILITY
    Work close to home (or where you choose) based on the hours you are available.
  • More EARNING INCENTIVES
    – Up to $4000 sign-on bonus
    – Up to $1000 employee referral program (and you earn with each referral)
    Earn more $$$ working nights & weekends
    Travel pay PLUS mileage reimbursement
  • More BENEFITS
    Excellent Pay • Medical & Dental Insurance • 401K with Company Match
  • More REWARDING work environment
    Work one-on-one with clients living at home. Build better caring relationships. Make a difference in the life of our Cape Ann seniors.
  • More TRAINING
    Online and in-person annual training. Nursing students gain clinical experience.

There has never been a better time to join our ABC team!
Apply online or call 781-914-3283

* Sign-on Bonus applies to new/re-hire ABC field staff only. $4000 Sign-on bonus available to new field staff working minimum of 30-hours/week for 12-weeks. New field staff working less than 30-hours/week earn $100 for every 100 hours worked up to $1000. Bonus calculated based on hours worked within first 6-months from date of hire.