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Year Round and School Year Pro,~rams <br /> Fitness Center - A full service center with freeweights, machines, stationary bicycles and cazdio <br /> equipment. Our fitness center is not just a "weightroom" but a heahhy lifestyle alternative. We <br /> offer affordable fitness activities for all, and teens, families, and young adults aze encouraged to <br /> participate. (Hilo, Kona) <br /> Aikido - A modern Japanese martial art based on harmony and non-resistance. This program, <br /> taught by volunteers, promotes the techniques and philosophy of Aikido as a way to keep <br /> physically and mentally fit. (Kona) <br /> Hapkido - The art of Hapkido promotes offensive and defensive techniques with anon- <br /> aggressive attitude. $ased on the water principles of yielding, constant power flow, adaptability <br /> and relaxation under pressure, this martial art improves flexibility, fitness and self confidence. <br /> (Kona) <br /> Hawaiian Woodcarving - Through the art of Hawaiian Woodcarving, students young and old <br /> learn about Hawauan history and culture. (Kona) <br /> Aquatics - In our ocean envirotunent learning safe swimming and beach skills is a must. We are <br /> reaching the most children we possibly can by providing children in our pre-school with lessons, <br /> and younger children in our summer fun program aze given swim lessons too! Our older children <br /> who travel to the beach learn about the ocean environment and beach safety. This provides these <br /> children with life long skills and healthy habits. (Hilo, Kona, Waimea) <br /> Aquatic Fitness - In collaboration with partner schools, the YMCA offers Aquatic Fitness <br /> during the students regular school day. This added dimension to their regular PE program <br /> enhances fitness/wellness behavior and gives the student a lifelong fitness skill which they can <br /> carry into adulthood. The reasons why anyone should exercise in the water is 1) reduces stress on <br /> <br /> joints, bones, and muscles, 2) speedy, effective toning through water resistance, 3) bum more <br /> calories in less time, 4) stay cool while exercising hard, 5) effective training plus comfort equals <br /> FtIN. The YMCA also offers Adult Aquatic Fitness after work in the evenings. (Kona, Waimea) <br /> YMCA Surf Club - This club is open to all children ages 10 - 17. The children will have a <br /> chance to develop leadership skills and human potential mind, body, and spirit, provide <br /> community service, participate in social opportunities in a healthy and safe atmosphere, and create <br /> and participate in challenging, exciting adventures. Physical fitness, sport-specific conditioning, <br /> surfing instruction, competitive surf team development, and water safety (including CPR, First <br /> Aid, Jr. Lifeguard skills and drills) aze included. The children have elected officers and a board of <br /> directors. The staff and volunteers have taken on secondary roles as counselors and coaches. <br /> The program is student centered and designed to allow for the participant to grow in confidence <br /> and increased self esteem. (Waimea) <br /> <br />