🌟 Experience Arts-Integrated Learning at Ballantyne Preschool Academy! 🎨 🎭 🎶 💃🏼 🧘‍♂️ ✨ At Ballantyne Preschool Academy, we embrace arts-integrated education, where creativity inspires every child’s learning journey. Our unique curriculum features expert-led classes in Theatre, Music & Movement, Visual Arts, and Creative Mindfulness. ✨ Spotlight: Creative Mindfulness Special 🧘 🌟 In our Creative Mindfulness program, we focus on the art of yoga to help children cultivate awareness and emotional balance. Each week, students engage in fun and interactive yoga sessions that promote relaxation, focus, and body awareness. Through yoga, children will: Enhance Body Awareness: Learn to connect with their bodies and understand their physical capabilities. Develop Breathing Techniques: Discover how mindful breathing can calm their minds and help manage emotions. Improve Focus and Concentration: Practice poses that encourage mindfulness, enhancing their ability to concentrate in both creative and academic settings. Foster Emotional Regulation: Use yoga as a tool to express feelings and learn how to navigate challenging emotions. By integrating yoga into their routine, our students not only gain physical strength and flexibility but also develop valuable life skills that promote resilience and confidence. 💥 Join Our Unique Arts-Integrated Program! 💥 Limited spots are available in our unique program, where your child can explore a dynamic blend of arts and education! Don’t miss this opportunity—enroll today and watch your child thrive! Morrison Family YMCA / Ballantyne Preschool Academy / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Families / Charlotte Preschool / CLT Youth Programs / Ballantyne

Chapter closed on our very first Book Club meeting! 📚 We had a fantastic time diving into “The Women” last night while creating a recipe together and sharing plenty of conversation. Thanks to everyone who joined us - we can’t wait to see you next month for more literary fun! Missed this meeting? Join us at our next one on December 17th as we discuss a Christmas-themed book and enjoy cookies! Register today at bit.ly/morrisonbookclub. Morrison Family YMCA / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Book Club / Charlotte Community / Ballantyne

Short on time but big on results! 💪 Join our express group exercise classes and maximize your workout in just 30 minutes! Check out Cardio & Core, Sculpt & Tone, or Athletic Mobility on weekdays in our Main Group Ex studio. Perfect for busy schedules, these classes pack a punch and keep you moving toward your fitness goals! Morrison Family YMCA / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Fitness / CLT Fit / Health and Wellness / Ballantyne

Our Winter Basketball leagues start in less than a month! 🏀 There’s no better place to learn the basics of basketball than where it was invented – the YMCA! Don’t miss your spot on the team, register now at bit.ly/morrisonbasketball! The request deadline for practice days, coach requests, and friend requests is this Friday, November 22nd. See you on the court! Morrison Family YMCA / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Basketball / Youth Basketball / Charlotte Youth Programs / Ballantyne

The Ballantyne Village Tree Lot is back from November 21st-December 22nd! 🎄 Show your YMCA of Greater Charlotte membership card or YCLT+ app for $10 off your purchase of $75 or more! A portion of the tree lot proceeds will be donated to the YMCA Better Us Campaign. The trees and wreaths are supplied by Smith Brother’s Trees, a family-owned farm in the mountains of Western North Carolina recently affected by Hurricane Helene. Support local for the holidays! Morrison Family YMCA / Ballantyne Village Tree Lot / Smith Brother’s Tree Farm / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Christmas Tree / Charlotte Tree Lot / Charlotte Community / North Carolina Community / Ballantyne

Who’s ready for a holiday Fitness Challenge?! 🏋️ Complete twelve workouts from December 2nd-23rd and receive a FREE InBody Scan ($40 value)! All workouts count, from group ex classes, to personal training sessions, to outdoor exercise or a workout on our Fitness Floor. Registration is required, and limited spots are available for the challenge. Sign up at bit.ly/morrisonholidaychallenge today, early registrants receive a t-shirt while supplies last! Morrison Family YMCA / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Fitness / Health and Wellness / Ballantyne

Winter Camp at the Y is a bundle of fun for kids between 5 and 12 years old. They’ll enjoy sports 🏀, swimming 🏊‍♀️, arts & crafts 🎨, field trips 🚌 , and more (check with your local branch for activity details). Secure your camper's spot for the entire Winter Break or select specific days: https://bit.ly/winterbreakcamp2024

Say “cheese!” 😁 This week we were excited to have professional photographers visit our preschool for fall pictures! The children had a blast posing for their photos, surrounded by lots of props. It was a fun and memorable day, and the smiles captured in the photos will surely be cherished by families for years to come! Morrison Family YMCA / Ballantyne Preschool Academy / YMCA of Greater Charlotte / Charlotte Families / Charlotte Preschool / CLT Youth Programs / Ballantyne