Spanish 101 Class

Spanish 101. This course is designed for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish. Students will learn basic grammar in an oral/aural context in each class. Students in Beginning Spanish are expected to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, basic reading, and writing. Class will be conducted in a supportive, nurturing, and fun environment to help those who wish to learn the Spanish language. Ongoing classes are Saturdays from 11:00 am to noon. FREE to Y members!

Instructor: Laura Kraemer

YOGA FOR TWO

Join us for a unique yoga practice: working together rather than solitary. Our practice will be geared toward feeling, cooperation, and attentiveness to the mastery of team work.The word yoga means "union." Come unite with one another. Bring your own partner or a class member will be available to practice with you. This special opportunity is FREE to Y members and only $10 for community members.

This workshop will be held prior to the Y's regular hours, so the space will be quiet and serene. Please bring a yoga mat (if you have your own), a blanket for warmth, water, and wear comfortable, stretchy clothing layered for warmth.

Sign up is required as space is limited to 10 pairs. Reserve your space before August 22nd by emailing Cheryl McCollum at justresolutions@aol.com or call Member Services at 543-8235.

Y Labor Day Roller Hockey Tournament

The San Luis Obispo County YMCA Roller Hockey Program is holding a tournament to celebrate the opening of the new roller hockey rink at Santa Rosa Park in San Luis Obispo. The tournament will take place over three days, beginning Friday, September 3rd, at 5:00 pm. Saturday hours are scheduled from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm, and Sunday hours are 8:00 am until 8:00 pm.

There are five age divisions available: 5-8, 9-12, 13-17, high school, and adult. Interested participants can sign up as a team or individually. Team cost is $200, with a $50 non-refundable deposit, and a maximum of seven players per team. Individuals can sign up for $35 per player, and goalies play free. Registration is ongoing through August 27th, 2010 and can be done by mail, fax, or in person at the San Luis Obispo YMCA Fitness Facility at 1020 Southwood Drive, just off Laurel Lane.

For more information, contact Isaac Gonzales at igonzales@sloymca.org or 543-8235.

Chili's Fundraiser In South County

Present this certificate when ordering your meal and Chili's will donate 15% of the sales to the San Luis Obispo County YMCA to support programs in South County.  Click here for your certificate. 

Enjoy a great meal and support your YMCA!

Chili's in South County

991 Rancho Parkway,

Arroyo Grande

Near Trader Joes

FLY With the Y!

2010 San Luis Obispo County YMCA Benefit Auction

Please join us Saturday, October 16th, 2010 at the Jet Center for a 1940's USO themed evening! Ticket price is $50 for 2 guests and includes live entertainment, wine & beer, hor d'oeuvres, and both live and silent auction. Aircraft will be on display and everyone is encouraged to dress in 1940's attire. Alll proceeds benefit the Y's programs. For more information contact Katie Allison at 543-8235 ext. 111 or kallison@sloymca.org

Jet Center

945 Airport Drive

San Luis Obispo

Lights On Afterschool is celebrated nationwide to call attention to the importance of afterschool programs for America's children, families and communities.

In America today, 1 in 4 youth -- 14.3 million children – are alone and unsupervised after school.  Afterschool programs keep kids safe, help working families and inspire learning. They provide opportunities to help young people develop into successful adults.

Lights On Afterschool was launched in October 2000 with celebrations in more than 1,200 communities nationwide. The event grew in 2001 to more than 3,600 events, and more than 7,500 in 2006. This October, more than1 million Americans will celebrate Lights On Afterschool!

Various locations

countywide

Healthy Eating Active Living Summit

Healing our community:Turning the Tide of Obesity

Friday October 22nd, 2010 at the Embassy Suites in San Luis Obispo. For more information, click here.

Embassy Suites

San Luis Obispo

4th Annual 5K Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk

Fitness can be fun! Bring your family

and friends to the SLO YMCA for an

enjoyable 5K walk or run. There will be

food, raffle prizes and an opportunity to connect with your community.

New Year Fitness Open House & Blood Drive

  The San Luis Obispo County YMCA will offer a free Fitness Open House and Blood Drive at its San Luis Obispo facility, Friday & Saturday, dates to be announced. Start the year out right by strengthening your spirit, mind, and body at the San Luis Obispo County YMCA and be a hero by saving lives during our semi-annual blood drive. 

6th Annual Mary Gibbs Memorial Fun Run/Walk

Fitness can be fun! Bring your family

and friends to the SLO YMCA for an

enjoyable 5K walk or run. There will be

food, raffle prizes and an opportunity to connect with your community.

Live Scan Fingerprinting

Information Brochure

What is “Live Scan”?

Live Scan is a means of recording an individuals fingerprints without using ink.  Fingers are rolled across a glass plate, scanned into a  computer, and converted to a digital form of storage.  The Live Scan machine almost  immediately rejects low quality prints.

Who needs to be Live Scanned?

Many employers now require background checks for their employees, especially those working with children and dealing with monetary transactions.  This background check requires the employee to roll his/her fingerprints, disclosing whether or not the employee has a criminal record

Why Live Scan over Ink?

For many years employers would use cards and ink to roll fingerprints.  Some employers still use this method.  Unfortunately, this could be very messy and often times results come back inconclusive due to unclear prints.  The inconclusive prints then need to be resubmitted.  This process could take weeks or even months if good prints are not sent in the first time.

With Live Scan, no messy ink is involved and the clarity of prints is known right away.  Live Scan is a quick and clean method.

For this reason, many employers now require Live Scan as the method of choice for fingerprinting.

Live Scan Fees:  Click here

Discounts offered for groups of 5 or more.

What You Need to Bring:

1) Come with completed Live Scan Request Form including his/her business' ORI# and Billing #.
2) Bring your driver's license or government issued photo identification.
3) Bring the Fingerprint Rolling Fee and any other applicable fees to be paid to the YMCA.

Payment Types Accepted:

Cash, Check, Credit Cards, Cashier's Check/Money Order

For more information, contact Member Services at (805) 543-8235