2017 Avery Family YMCA Summer

2017 Summer Program Guide C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA

HEALTHY HAPPENS HERE 2017 SESSION CALENDAR

SUMMER SESSION 1

SUMMER SESSION 2

Registration Begins:

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June 5-July 9

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(last Sunday open is May 21)

Fall Hours begin: Tuesday, September 5

Full Members: Saturday, May 6 Open Registration: Saturday, May 20

JUNE Mon

Summer Hours begin: Sunday, May 28

July 10-August 13

Full Members: Saturday, May 6 Open Registration: Saturday, May 20

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Galowich, Morris and Smith

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■ Holiday Closings ■ Holiday Hours (Open until 1 p.m.)

Early Bird Discounts:

* Aquatics Discount Ends

Modified class schedule the week of Independence Day Summer Spruce Up will begin August 14 and end August 27. YBL Registration begins: August 12 YBL Registration begins: July 29 (Facility Members) (Open Registration)

FALL SESSION 1

FALL SESSION 2

FALL SESSION 3

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

August 28-October 1

October 2-November 5

Full Members: Saturday, July 29 Open Registration: Saturday, August 12

Full Members: Saturday, July 29 Open Registration: Saturday, September 16

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OCTOBER

Full Members: Saturday, July 29 Open Registration: Saturday, October 21

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Modified class schedule the week of Thanksgiving

Modified class schedule during Christmas Break

EXPLORE THE Y

General Information CONTENTS

General Information.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Party At The Y. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Summer Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Specialty & Sports Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Summer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Summer Swimming Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 FOR HEALTHY LIVING Health, Well-Being & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

OUR MISSION To put Christian principles into practice by providing programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body.

Financial Assistance At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay.

In keeping with our mission, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA provides financial assistance, as funds are available, to those who qualify based on a sliding fee scale. Please visit our website at www.jolietymca.org or stop by your local branch for an application and information about our People Helping People Scholarship Program.

To learn more, please contact the: Membership Department Phone: (815) 267-8600

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Volunteerism & Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Program Fees: When reviewing this brochure, you will notice two fees listed by most class offerings. The first fee listed is the discounted fee a Facility Member pays and the second is the fee a Community Member pays.

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SUMMER 2017 Day Camp See page 7.

Specialty & Sports Camps See pages 8-14.

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EXPLORE THE Y WHY THE Y The Y is an association of people who have committed to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all people, regardless of their ability to pay. We are a non-profit, charitable organization established to provide programs and services to youth, adults and families in order to strengthen the community. The YMCA is funded locally. Funds raised through contributions, endowments and membership fees are used to provide services in Will, Grundy and part of Kendall Counties.

Updating Your Contact Information We ask our members to notify us of any changes in their contact Information, including email, phone or residential address. To update your contact information, please call (815) SAY-YMCA, use the “contact us” link on our website or stop by the Membership Desk during your next visit.

Credits and Refunds Program fees are not refundable. Classes missed due to weather, holidays, illness, acts of God, or choice of participant cannot be made up, credited or refunded. If the YMCA cancels a class due to low enrollment, participants will be issued a credit for a future program. Members who withdraw from a program for medical reasons and present a physician’s order will receive a credit for the remaining classes. When a class needs to be cancelled by the Y, the class will be rescheduled.

All credits are good for one year from the date issued. Members who withdraw from a class for non-medical reasons may be subject to a processing fee.

Insurance The YMCA assumes no responsibility for personal injuries or loss/damage of personal property while individuals are using YMCA facilities. It is recommended that participants make provisions to provide this coverage through their family insurance program. Anyone engaging in new physical activity or who may have health-related issues should consult a physician prior to starting fitness routines.

Child Supervision Children under the age of eight must be supervised by an adult at all times when using YMCA facilities.

Children under the age of ten must be supervised by an adult when using the pools. The Kids Corner supervised playroom is available during designated hours for Facility Members, ages six months to seven years old.

Child Abuse Prevention Policy The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is mandated by state law to report any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities for investigation.

Holidays The YMCA prorates classes on days when the buildings are closed for the following holidays: Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Y closes at 1 p.m. on Memorial Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Cell Phone Use Policy The use of cameras, video recorders, cell phones and/or any photographic devices is NOT ALLOWED in YMCA locker rooms, changing areas or restrooms. We also ask members to refrain from making or answering phone calls while using the Wellness Center. This is for the safety and privacy of all our members and participants.

No Smoking Policy In the interest of the health and safety of our staff and members, it is the policy of the Greater Joliet Area YMCA to forbid all forms of tobacco in any YMCA facilities or on the grounds of any YMCA property. YMCA grounds include: facilities, parking lots, sidewalks, fields, parks, and paths. Tobacco products prohibited include, but are not limited to, lit or unlit cigarettes (clove, bidis, kreteks), e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, hookah products; any smokeless, dissolvable, or inhaled tobacco products, including but not limited to dip, chew, snuff or snus; and all nicotine delivery devices that are not FDA approved as cessation products. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA reserves the right to terminate facility privileges at any time for inappropriate behavior or conduct detrimental to its members or the organization.

How to Register for Programs • Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org • In person by visiting your local branch • By phone by calling (815) 267-8600 (current members)

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Building & Room Schedules The Y schedules rooms in the building to allow for classes and open times. You can find room schedules in the facility or posted online by visiting www.jolietymca.org.

Members can also access, view and set reminders for our free fitness classes and community events by signing-up to receiving weekly emails through on our online fitness schedule. To subscribe, visit www.jolietymca.org.

Locker Rooms We encourage members to bring locks to secure their belongings while visiting the Y. Items may not be stored in lockers overnight. The Y does not provide towels. The Y is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Children up to the age of five may accompany a parent of the opposite sex into the locker room.

Family Locker Rooms Co-ed family locker rooms are available for members with children and members with special needs who require assistance.

Sauna & Steam Room The co-ed sauna and steam rooms are available for members ages 18 and over. Proper attire is required.

Wellness Center The Wellness Center is available for members ages 16 and over. We ask that members be courteous and put away equipment when finished using it and refrain from talking on their cell phones while in the Wellness Center. Teens (ages 13-15), who have completed the Wellness Center Certification Class, may utilize the cardio and strength machines. For safety reasons, only members ages 16 and over may use the free weights.

Gym Gym schedules are available at the branches and online at www.jolietymca.org. Times are subject to change due to classes, leagues or special events.

Open Gym: Members, ages eight and older, may participate in activities in the gym during designated times.

Adult Basketball: This time is set aside for adults ages 18 and over to play full court basketball.

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA accepts cash, check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover.

In most cases, phone registration is accepted for current members when paying by a credit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT). Outstanding balances must be paid before a member will be allowed to register for future programs.

All classes have a maximum and minimum number of participants. When possible, classes will be added to accommodate wait lists and to expand those offerings that are in high demand. Classes below the minimum will be combined when possible, and as a last alternative, will be cancelled.

General Information

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU Member Appreciation

In honor of our wonderful members who we admire so dearly, the Greater Area Joliet YMCA hosts monthly Membership Appreciation events at each of its branches. Watch for more details on these exciting events coming soon via email and on our Facebook pages.

JOIN US! June Friendly Fun at the Y July Get Your Play On August Water Wellness

FRIENDS DON’T LET FRIENDS PAY FULL PRICE Bring A Friend to the Y

Did you know that if you bring a friend to the Y, he or she will receive a free gift and you will receive a free month’s membership?

For details, stop by the Y today!

Some restrictions may apply.

We’re here to help you get back in the game.

Located inside the C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Whether you’re dealing with an injury on the field or in the office, recovering from surgery or struggling with a chronic condition, the Presence Health Rehabilitation Clinic located in the C.W. Avery Family YMCA can help.

Our licensed physical therapists specialize in reducing pain, restoring strength and function, and helping you get back to feeling and living like you used to. It all starts with a personal assessment, where your therapist will assess your history, condition and limitations, then help you establish goals and a personalized therapy plan to meet them.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, stop in or call us at 815.436.4046.

Early morning and evening appointments available.

Get in Touch P res ence P hys ical T herapy 15120 Wallin Drive | P lain eld, IL 6 0 54 4

To s chedule an appointment, call 8 15.4 36.4 0 4 6 .

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EXPLORE THE Y

PARTY

AT THE Y!

Throw your child’s next birthday party at the Y Parties include up to 20 children and...

Two hours of fun, two pizzas, music, plates, napkins, forks, decorations, tablecloths and a party attendant.

POOL PARTY OPTIONS

GYM PARTY OPTIONS

Cool off, splash around and have a ton of fun in our Family Water Park or in the Lap Pool!*

Run around and burn off energy with an action-packed party in our gym!

(Facility Member/Community)

Family Pool Inflatable Inflatable and Family Pool

$230/$310 $230/$310 $290/$325

Party Times Friday Saturday Sunday

6-8 p.m.

1-3 p.m. or 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Noon-2 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m.

(Facility Member/Community)

Basketball: Open Gym

$230/$310 $230/$310

Party Times Sunday

Noon-2 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Please note that Gym Parties will only be held on Sundays.

Book your party today! Contact Youth & Family Manager Shannon Stawikowski at (815) 267-8600, ext. 212 or via email at sstawikowski@jolietymca.org.

A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at booking. Parties may have up to 20 children and up to 30 people total (additional guests may be added for a fee). *Children wishing to go into the deep end of the pool, use the inflatable or go down the large water slides must first pass a swim test. Non-swimmers must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times.

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General Information

KIDS CORNER PLAYROOM

Clothing And Diapers

Ages 6 months-7 years Monday-Saturday 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Monday-Thursday 4:15-8:30 p.m.

Sunday 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Let your children crawl through our tunnels and relax in our story area while you take time for yourself to get fit. They’ll have a blast playing with other children their age and you can rest assured they are in good hands with our staff. Schedules and hours can and do change based on our members’ needs. Schedules are posted online and are available at the Y.

Kids Corner Guidelines

(Kids Corner is available to Avery Facility Family Members only.)

Security

Behavior

• Kids Corner is open to children, ages 6 months to 7 years old. Children may stay in the Kids Corner supervised play area for up to 2 hours each day.

• For safety and security reasons, members must present their membership card when they are checking a child into Kids Corner.

Replacement cards may be purchased at the Membership Desk.

• Children are not allowed in Kids Corner unless they have been checked in by a parent or guardian.

• For the safety and security of all children in Kids Corner, parents will only be allowed past the Check-In Desk to change a diaper.

• Parents/guardians must remain on YMCA property while their children are in the Kids Corner area.

• In the event that a child is displaying unsafe or inappropriate behavior, the Kids Corner staff will use a “time-out” for children two years of age and older, and activity redirection for children younger than two.

• In the event a child hits or bites another child while in Kids Corner, parents will be paged immediately over the intercom system. If this behavior is found to be a continuous problem, that child may be removed from Kids Corner for a period of time.

• If a child begins to cry and cannot be comforted within 10 minutes while they are in Kids Corner, parents will be paged over the intercom system.

• We reserve the right to terminate or suspend Kids Corner privileges for any child who exhibits unsafe or inappropriate behavior.

• YMCA staff members are not permitted to change diapers. If a child needs his/her diaper changed, parents will be paged over the intercom system. Parents must use their own diapers and supplies.

• Children must be fully covered on top and bottom at all times while in the Kids Corner play area. All walking children must wear shoes in Kids Corner; bare feet are not allowed.

• Children must be 3 years old or older and potty trained to play in the tunnels. Shoes may only be removed when children are playing in the play tunnels and children must wear socks while in the play tunnels.

Toys And Electronic Devices • We ask that children do not bring toys or electronic devices from home to Kids Corner.

Sick Children • For the safety and well-being of all members and staff, we ask that members do not bring sick children to the Kids Corner. If a child is not feeling well, becomes sick while in Kids Corner, or is showing signs or symptoms of being sick, parents will be paged over the intercom system.

We reserve the right to determine whether a child is sufficiently sick to be excluded or removed from the Kids Corner.

Food And Drink • Children may bring a labeled sippy cup, with water only, to drink while in Kids Corner.

• YMCA staff members are not permitted to feed children while they are in Kids Corner.

SUPERVISED ACTIVITY CENTER (Ages 7-17 years) Monday-Friday 8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and 3-8:30 p.m. | Saturday-Sunday 8:15 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity Center Guidelines (The Activity Center is designed for children, ages 7 years old and up.)

Activity Center Usage

Behavior

• Seven-year-old children must be signed in and out of the Activity Center by a parent or guardian who remains on YMCA property. Sevenyear-old children will not be allowed to leave the Activity Center unattended.

• Children, ages 8 and up, must sign in with the Activity Center attendant. Children, ages 8 and up, do not need to be signed in and out by a parent or guardian.

• During unsupervised hours, families are welcome to use the Activity Center. During this time, children, age 17 and under, will need to be supervised by an adult over the age of 18.

• Teens must abide by the YMCA Character Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility when visiting the Activity Center.

• All members are responsible for keeping track of their personal items while using the Activity Center. The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

• The YMCA reserves the right to suspend Activity Center privileges and limit usage of equipment to members who do not abide by YMCA policies and guidelines.

Computers And Equipment • Teens must sign in when using YMCA computers in the Activity Center. There is a 30 minute limit on all computers when others are waiting.

• Food and drinks are not allowed by the computers or other gaming equipment in the Activity Center.

• All members must sign in to use equipment such as tablets, games and computers in the Activity Center.

• Websites or games depicting violence or inappropriate content will not be allowed to be viewed or played on YMCA computers and tablets.

• Only YMCA staff members are allowed to change games on the gaming consoles or download new games onto YMCA tablets.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

CHILD CARE FUN FOR THEM. PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU. You don’t have to look far to find the child care your family deserves. At the Y, we offer two excellent before and after school programs—Pint Size Pupils and Kid Zone. Registration is currently underway! Stop by the Membership Desk for more information.

BRIGHT NEW BEGINNINGS This program is designed for preschool-aged children, ages 3-6. The focus will be on developing socialization skills, as well as introducing colors, shapes, letters and numbers.

Children will participate in learning activities, craft projects, music, gym play and more. Pint-Size Pupil classes are divided into age groups with appropriate activities.

Hours Morning Session 9:30 a.m.-Noon or Afternoon Session 12:30-3 p.m.

Attention District 202 Kindergarten Families Consider enrolling your half-day kindergartner in our Pint-Size Pupils program this fall. Students will be grouped by age, and activities and weekly lessons will be tailored accordingly.

To learn more, please contact: Youth and Family Director Erin Lightbody at (815) 267-8600, ext. 211 or via email at elightbody@jolietymca.org.

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Before and After School Youth Recreation Program The C.W. Avery Family YMCA’s before and after school program serves children in all Plainfield District 202 elementary schools. Children do arts and crafts, play games, develop friendships and learn lessons that will last a lifetime.

Participating Plainfield Schools

Pint-Size Pupils

2017/2018 Fees 2 days: $110/$220 3 days: $165/$330 5 days: $275/$550

Kid Zone

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Central Charles Reed Creekside Crystal Lawns

(Bused to and from G. Prairie)

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Eagle Pointe Elizabeth Eichelberger Freedom Grand Prairie

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Lakewood Falls Kid Zone Liberty Meet-N-Greet Lincoln Friday, August 11 Meadow View 6:30 p.m.

Ridge FREE River View Thomas Jefferson Walker’s Grove Wesmere

2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR RATES (PER MONTH)

1-2 Day Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$105/$140 $150/$185 $195/$230

7-9 a.m. (approx.)

3-6 p.m. (approx.)

3-5 Day Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$245/$280 $290/$325 $330/$365

7-9 a.m. (approx.)

3-6 p.m. (approx.)

Registration Fee All Branches $45 per family

IONS NEW OPT17!!

FALL 20

CHOOSE YOUR DAYS!

At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay.

Financial assistance is available. DHS funds are also accepted.

A $45 non-refundable registration fee (per family)*, the first of 10 installment payments and YMCA membership fee (if applicable) is due upon registering. The remaining nine payments are paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account. Debit and credit cards also accepted. Participants may start attending four business days after the day registration is completed.

To learn more, please contact Before & After School Care Director Tina Lee at ext. 205 or via email at tlee@jolietymca.org or Before & After School Care Manager Mimi Panagopoulos at ext. 229 or mpanagopoulos@jolietymca.org.

SAY HELLO TO SUMMER At the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, we provide a safe, affordable and fun summer day camp program for youth and teens. YMCA Summer Day Camp offers kids a chance to have fun and develop new friendships while building a healthy spirit, mind and body. Campers will enjoy up to 10 weeks of summer fun full of swimming, field trips, sports, outdoor exploration, arts & crafts and more.

CAMP DATES

Monday, June 5-Friday, August 11 Families can also register for pre-camp and post-camp child care. Pre-camp and post-camp dates are not included in camp fees.

Pre-camp May 30-31 and June 1-2 Post-camp August 14-16 Pre- & Post-Camp Fee: $35/$50 per child per day

CAMP HOURS

7 a.m.-6 p.m.

WEEKLY RATES Facility Member $185 per child each week Community Member $210 per child each week Plus a one-time $45 non-refundable registration fee per family

SUMMER CAMP LEVELS Day Camp Vega Day Camp Altair Day Camp Polaris

Grades K-4 Grades 5-6 Grades 7-8

Every camper gets a free T-shirt.

WEEKLY CAMP THEMES Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10

Imaginarium Let’s Go Green Time Travelers How to be a Superhero Splashtastic Stars and Stripes Pirate Invasion Fair Frenzy Game-A-Palooza Beach Bums Almost Famous

SUMMER CAMP KICK-OFF FAMILY CAMP NIGHT AT THE Y All ages—free and open to the community.

Friday, May 19 6:30-8 p.m.

We like to kick off camp season by inviting parents and prospective campers to meet our camp staff, ask questions and learn what’s in store for the summer. Please join us!

To learn more about Summer Day Camp, please contact: Erin Lightbody, Youth & Family Director Phone: (815) 267-8600, ext. 211 Email: elightbody@jolietymca.org Shannon Stawikowski, Youth & Family Manager Phone: (815) 267-8600, ext. 212 Email: sstawikowski@jolietymca.org

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

Specialty Camps 5-Day Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . Monday-Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3:30 p.m. [unless otherwise noted]

Star Wars

Science Explosion

Girls Just Want to Have Fun

Grab your light saber and get ready for an out-of-this world adventure! This camp is centered around all-things Star Wars.

Ages 6-10 6/5-6/9 7/10-7/14 $60/$90

Are you crazy about science? This is the camp for you! Throughout the week, we’ll be conducting experiments that create slime, bubbles and explosions!

Ages 6-10 6/19-6/23 Mon.-Fri. $60/$90

Join us for a week of fun doing all the stuff girls like to do: Painting nails, doing facials, making jewelry and so much more!

Ages 6-12 7/24-7/28 8/7-8/11 $60/$90

Lego Robotics with NanoBeasts

Ages 6-10 7/3-7/7 Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri.

This camp covers basic Lego robot building skills with programming.

Participants will be placed in a team of two and given a Lego Mindstorm EV3 set with instructions on how to build a robot. At the end of class, teams will compete!

Ages 9 and Up 6/12-6/16 6/26-6/30 $150/$180

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$48/$72

Adventures in Art Join us for a week of creativity! In this camp, we use different art media such as paint, crayons, markers and clay to create a variety of projects to take home and display.

Ages 8-12 7/17-7/21 $60/$90

Lego Adventures Everything is awesome during this camp! Throughout the week, we will let our imaginations soar as we design and build structures using Legos.

Ages 6-10 7/31-8/4 $60/$90

2017 SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS

Full Day Sports Camps (Ages 9-14) 5-Day Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . Monday-Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Facility Members: $185

Community Members: $210

Basketball Camp

Cheerleading Camp

Dodgeball/Kickball Camp

During the Y’s Full-Day Basketball Camp, our experienced instructors will help players take their game to the next level. Through a variety of drills and regular gameplay, campers will work to improve skills such as shooting, passing and ball handling, among many others. This camp is great for athletes who plan on trying out for a competitive team during the fall.

6/12-6/16

Our high-energy cheerleading camp is designed for campers who want to learn cheers, jumps, dances and some tumbling and stunting. Camp will culminate with an opportunity for campers to cheer at a football game.

7/10-7/14

This is a perfect camp for kids to let loose and have fun! Campers will work on all dodgeball and kickball related skills such as running, throwing, dodging, base running, aiming and more. They will also play a variety of different dodgeball and kickball games, including Gladiator Dodgeball, which combines dodgeball, flag football and capture the flag.

7/24-7/28

Sporting Adventures Field Trip Camp This camp combines two things we know kids love—sports and field trips!

During this all-day camp, campers will travel to various destinations to experience live sports and even get in on the action themselves. Field trips include a Joliet Slammers baseball game, Sky Zone Brunswick Zone and a water Park.

6/26-6/30 $250/$285

Football Camp This camp is great for experienced athletes who want to improve their football skills. Throughout the week, campers will engage in drills and gameplay that will help them improve their catching, running, throwing, kicking and speed and agility skills.

This camp is great for athletes who plan on trying out for a competitive team or participating in the Y’s Flag Football League.

7/10-7/14

Soccer Camp This camp is perfect for experienced soccer players who want to improve their skills for the summer season.

Campers will work on all soccer skills including running, kicking, shooting, dribbling and passing. Athletes will also practice movement on the field of play and will play games. Shin guards are required to participate.

8/7-8/11

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

Sports Camps

5-Day Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday-Friday [unless otherwise noted]

As a reminder, sports campers should bring a snack, a water bottle and sunscreen each day.

Running Camp This camp is designed to help athletes improve their running speed, form and endurance in a number of fun and creative ways. The first hour of camp features running exercises; the second hour of camp incorporates sports.

Ages 8-14 10 a.m.-Noon $40/$90 5/30-6/2 Tuesday-Friday

All Sports Camp Campers will play a variety of different sports throughout the week, including basketball, dodgeball, lacrosse, flag football and soccer.

Ages 8-13 9 a.m.-Noon 6/5-6/9 7/17-7/21

$75/$125

Baseball Camp Campers will develop and fine-tune the fundamental skills of baseball: in-fielding, out-fielding, pitching, catching, hitting, throwing and base running. Please note: a baseball glove is recommended.

Ages 7-13 9 a.m.-Noon 6/5-6/9

$75/$125

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Softball Camp

Lacrosse Camp

Campers will develop and fine-tune the fundamental skills of softball: in-fielding, out-fielding, pitching, catching, hitting, throwing and base running. Please note: A softball glove is recommended.

This camp will teach children all about lacrosse, focusing primarily on game rules, field movement, passing, shooting, endurance, aim and speed.

Ages 7-13 9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 6/5-6/9

Participants in our Tennis Camp will learn important tennis skills such as forehand hits, backhand hits and play in tennis matches.

Please note: Tennis Camp will be held at Plainfield Central High School.

9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 Monday-Friday 1-4 p.m. $60/$110 Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri.

*No camp July 4

Volleyball Camp Campers will participate in a wide range of games, drills and activities to develop and enhance their hitting, bumping and setting skills.

Ages 6-9 6/5-6/9 Ages 10-14 6/5-6/9

1-4 p.m.

7/24-7/28 1-4 p.m.

7/24-7/28

$75/$125 1-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-Noon

Soccer Camp

Tennis Camp

Ages 8-14 6/5-6/9 Ages 8-14 7/3-7/7*

Ages 6-13 6/12-6/16 7/17-7/21

$75/$125 $75/$125

Campers will develop and practice soccer skills such as running, kicking, shooting, dribbling and passing. They will also practice these skills during live games to get a better feel for the sport. Shin guards are highly recommended.

Ages 6-13 9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 6/12-6/16 7/10-7/14

Sports, Speed, & Agility Camp Designed for those who plan on trying out for competitive fall sports, this camp incorporates drills and activities that help to improve an athlete’s speed, agility and quickness.

Ages 9-14 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/12-6/16 8/7-8/11

Dodgeball Camp Campers will play an assortment of dodgeball games including Gladiator Dodgeball, which combines dodgeball, flag football and capture the flag.

Ages 7-13 9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 6/19-6/23 7/31-8/4

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Floor Hockey Camp

Kickball Camp

Floor Hockey is a great introduction into the world of hockey! During this camp, campers will play games and learn hockey skill such as passing, stickhandling and shooting.

Going to Kickball Camp is like having recess every day. We play a wide range of kickball games and practice kicking, catching and throwing, among other skills related to the game.

Ages 8-14 1-4 p.m.

6/19-6/23 7/17-7/21

Ages 7-13 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/26-6/30 7/31-8/4

$75/$125

Football Camp

Specialty Sports Camps

This camp focuses on all aspects of football: passing, catching, kicking, defense and running plays. Players will participate in conditioning drills and be divided into teams for gameplay.

This camp gives kids the opportunity to try a variety of new sports! Each day, we will focus on a different sport, ranging from classics like handball and ultimate frisbee to newbies like matball and knockerball.

Ages 7-13 9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 6/19-6/23 7/24-7/28

Basketball Camp

Ages 8-14 9 a.m.-Noon $75/$125 6/26-6/30

Porpoise Swim Camp Join us for a fun and challenging camp centered around swimming!

Throughout the week, we will spend time building endurance and improving stroke technique, while also learning how to stretch properly and cross train with dry land exercises. Campers should wear running shoes and a swimsuit under their workout clothes and bring a snack, water bottle and two towels. To enroll, participants must be at least a Shark level swimmer or pass a 200-yard swim test.

Campers will learn how to develop and fine-tune the fundamental skills of basketball: dribbling, ball handling, passing and shooting. Advanced players will have the opportunity to work on additional skills and game strategy.

Ultimate Frisbee Camp

Ages 6-9 6/26-6/30 Ages 10-14 6/26-6/30

Ages 7-13 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/26-6/30

The Y’s Tumbling Camp is designed for kids who love a good challenge and want to develop tumbling skills such as round-offs, backbends, kick-overs and hand springs.

Badminton Camp

Ages 7-13 1-3 p.m.

7/10-7/14 8/7-8/11

1-4 p.m.

7/10-7/14 1-4 p.m.

7/10-7/14

$75/$125

At Ultimate Frisbee Camp, campers will learn the basics of Ultimate Frisbee and put their skills to use during games. Drills and activities will focus on proper throwing, passing, teamwork and agility.

$75/$125 Participants will learn the ins and outs of badminton, including serving, forehand and backhand skills and game play.

Ages 8-17 1-3 p.m.

7/10-7/14

$50/$100

Tumbling Camp

$50/$100

Ages 8-14 10 a.m.-Noon $40/$90 7/3-7/7 Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri. No camp on July 4.

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Sports Camps

5-Day Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday-Friday [unless otherwise noted]

Wiffle Ball Camp Throughout the week, kids will have fun playing the classic backyard sport of wiffle ball with fellow Y campers.

They will also practice skills such as catching, throwing, hitting and running.

Ages 8-14 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 7/24-7/28

Karate Camp Campers will learn the basic self-defense skills and participate in fun martial arts drills. Simple onestep techniques will be taught and applied. Each class will conclude with an anti-bullying discussion.

Broomball Camp

Ages 7-13 1-3 p.m. $80/$160 7/17/-7/20 Mon., Tues., Wed., Thu.

Ages 8-13 1-3 p.m.

7/31-8/4

Pickleball Camp

Handball Camp

Pickleball is a sport that is sweeping the nation. It is a combination of badminton, tennis, and ping pong.

Campers will not only learn and love the game, but they will work on passing, hitting, agility, etc.

Campers will learn the Olympic sport of handball, a fast-paced game that involves passing, throwing, ball handling and much more.

Ages 8-14 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 7/17-7/21

Cheerleading Camp Led by former cheerleaders and gymnasts, this high-energy camp will teach campers different cheers, jumps and dances. At the end of the week, campers will get the opportunity to cheer at a football game.

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Campers will learn how to play broomball, a sport similar to hockey that’s played with a ball instead of a puck. Throughout the week, campers will be taught proper stick handling, scoring and passing techniques. $50/$100

Ages 8-13 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 8/7-8/11

Field Hockey Camp This camp focuses on the ins and outs of field hockey, including passing, shooting and stick handling. By the end of camp, your child will walk away with a new love for the sport of field hockey!

Ages 8-14 9 a.m.-Noon $45/$95 8/14-8/16 Monday-Wednesday

Sports Camp Lunch Hour During this program, sports camps participants will be in the care of the sports department staff and will eat lunch with their counselors and fellow campers. This program is designed so campers can participate in both morning and afternoon sports camps while still under camp supervision.

Ages 6-14 Monday-Friday May 30-August 11 Noon-1 p.m. $25/$75 5/30-6/2* 6/5-6/9 6/12-6/16 6/19-6/23 6/26-6/30

7/3-7/7* 7/10-7/14 7/17-7/21 7/24-7/28 7/31-8/4 8/7-8/11

*4-day weeks $20/$70 5/30-6/2 no camp on May 29 7/3-7/7 no camp on July 4

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Junior Sports Camps Junior Basketball Camp

Junior All Sports Camp

Junior Golf Camp

There are many benefits to getting your child on the court early in their life. Not only is it fun, but it also allows them to develop their motor skills and practice the fundamental skills of basketball: dribbling, passing and shooting.

This camp will teach kids to play a variety of different sports and games, while focusing on sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation and respect.

We will concentrate on a different sport each day.

It’s never been easier for children to learn golf! During this camp, we utilize over-sized equipment, special tees, holes and targets so that kids can learn all of the basics of the game.

Ages 4-6 5/30-6/2 Ages 4-6 8/7-8/11

1-3 p.m. $40/$90 Tuesday-Friday 1-3 p.m. $50/$100 Monday-Friday

Preschool Sports Camp This fun and active camp introduces preschool and kindergarten aged kids to games and sports such as soccer, baseball, flag football and basketball.

Campers will learn skills and games that help them develop fine and gross motor skills while having a great time.

Ages 3-5 5/30-6/2 Ages 3-5 8/14-8/16

10 a.m.-Noon $40/$90 Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-Noon $30/$80 Monday-Wednesday

Ages 5-7 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/5-6/9 7/31-8/4 Monday-Friday

Ages 5-7 10 a.m.-Noon $40/$90 7/3-7/7* Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri. *No camp July 4

T-Ball & Coach Pitch Camp

Junior Soccer Camp

This camp will introduce your child to the basics of baseball/softball: throwing, catching and hitting, in-fielding, out-fielding and running the bases. Please note: All participants should bring a baseball/softball glove.

A great predecessor for our Fall Soccer League, this camp provides instruction on ball handling, dribbling, kicking, shooting and passing.

Shin guards are recommended.

Ages 4-6 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/12-6/16 Monday-Friday

Teeny Tot Dodgeball Camp This is a great camp for younger campers to enjoy all the fun of dodgeball with other children their own age. Campers will play a variety of dodgeball games suited for their age group.

Ages 4-6 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 6/19-6/23 Monday-Friday

Junior Tumbling Camp

Ages 5-7 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 7/10-7/14 Monday-Friday

Junior Flag Football Camp Your young camper will develop skills for running, passing, kicking and catching out on the gridiron. We will also play a variety of different games throughout the week to incorporate all of the skills they have learned each day.

Ages 4-6 10 a.m.-Noon $50/$100 7/24-7/28 Monday-Friday

This high-energy camp will introduce your child to tumbling, basic gymnastics and other creative movements, including handstands and cartwheels. Daily activities often incorporate obstacle courses, balls, ribbons and other equipment.

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Youth/Teen Dance Camps As a reminder, all dance camp participants should wear fitted clothing and dance shoes.

Beginner Choreography Dance Camp Participants will learn simple and fun dance routines that focus on basic dance styles such as ballet and jazz. Little to no dance experience is required.

Ages 6-10 $30/$60 Wednesday 7/12 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Intermediate Choreography Dance Camp Dancers will learn simple and fun dance routines that focus on basic dance styles such as ballet and jazz.

Some dance experience is required.

Ages 8-12 $30/$60 Wednesday 7/12 1:30-2:45 p.m.

Advanced Choreography Dance Camp Dancers will learn fun yet complex dance routines that explore ballet, jazz and lyrical dance styles, among others.

Previous dance experience is required.

Ages 10 and Up $45/$90 Wednesday 7/12 2:45-4:30 p.m.

Audition Skills Camp This camp provides a great opportunity for both new and experienced dancers to dance in a studio-type setting and see what skills are needed for THRIVE auditions.

Ages 5 and Up $45/$90 Friday 8/11 5:45-8:15 p.m.

CAMP YES

Adaptive Summer Camp Camp YES is an adaptive summer camp program designed to provide individuals with special needs with access to a variety of recreational activities. Designed for kids in grades 1-9, these one-week camps will feature indoor and outdoor recreational activities that will challenge participant’s body and mind. Through positive recreational experiences, participants will gain confidence through skill development and social engagement with other campers and YMCA staff.

But most importantly, kids in the Y’s adaptive summer camp program will work toward a healthy mind, body and spirit while having a lot of fun!

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Ages 6-14 12:30-3 p.m. $85/$115 Monday-Thursday June 19-22 July 10-13 July 31-August 3

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Summer Day Camp Swim Lessons 4-Day Sessions—Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Fees: Facility Member $32 Community Member $64 We can help your child take their swimming skills to the next level. All summer long, the Y offers summer day camp swim lessons exclusively for campers. To ensure campers will not miss any field trips, classes will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. We highly recommend registering campers each week they are enrolled in camp so they can continue to improve on their skills and swimming endurance.

To learn more about Summer Day Camp Swim Lessons, please contact: Danielle Krohn, Aquatics Director Phone: (815) 267-8600, ext. 226 Email: dkrohn@jolietymca.org

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Lesson Schedule: Ages Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10

5-13 June 5-9 June 12-16 June 19-23 June 26-30 July 10-14 July 17-21 July 24-28 July 31-August 4 August 7-11

Camp swim lessons will not be offered the week of July 4.

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Summer Programs — SUN, FUN AND FRIENDSHIP Preschool Sports

Parent & Tot Tumbling

Creative Movement

In this introductory tumbling class, parents and toddlers team up together! Participants will learn body positions, basic tumbling and gross motor skills. Toddlers must be able to walk.

Using a combination of games, dance and physical exercise, this program will help your child develop gross motor skills and grow in spirit, mind and body.

Ages 2-5 $40/$80 Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 9:15-9:45 a.m.

Ages 1-3 Mondays

$40/$80 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 9:50-10:20 a.m.

Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 5:20-5:50 p.m.

Parent & Tot Gym Jam This fun class is designed for toddlers and their parents! With your help, your little ones will learn basic sports fundamentals and participate in movement and coordination activities.

Come prepared to have a blast!

Ages 2-3 Tuesdays Ages 2-3 Tuesdays

$32/$64 6/6-6/27 10:10-10:40 a.m. $40/$80 7/11-8/8 10:10-10:40 a.m.

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Introduce your preschooler to a variety of sports, including basketball, football, baseball, hockey and soccer. Each class is fun and will focus on practicing and developing skills related to different sports, such as throwing, catching and kicking.

Ages 3-5 $32/$64 Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 9:30-10 a.m.

4:30-5 p.m.

Ages 3-5 $40/$80 Tuesdays 7/11-8/8 9:30-10 a.m.

4:30-5 p.m.

Preschool Tumbling This fun class teaches children basic tumbling skills, such as rolls, cartwheels, handstands, bridges and other movements.

Ages 3-4 $40/$80 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 9:15-9:45 a.m.

4:30-5 p.m.

Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Biddy Soccer This fun and fast-moving class teaches preschool-aged children the basics of soccer: base dribbling, passing, ball handling, kicking and trapping.

Ages 3-5 $45/$90 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 9:30-10:15 a.m.

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Junior Volleyball

Junior Basketball

Junior Flag Football

Taught by an experienced instructor, this class teaches children the basics of volleyball: bumping, setting, passing and serving.

Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 4:15-5 p.m.

This program will introduce your pint-sized player to the game of basketball and focus on the basics of dribbling, passing and shooting Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 4:30-5:15 p.m.

Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 10:30-11:15 a.m.

This is a perfect program to prepare your little one for the fall football season. During class, participants will learn the ins and outs of football and practice catching, throwing, blocking and passing.

Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Tuesdays 7/11-8/8 5:10-5:55 p.m.

Kinder Tumbling Participants will learn basic tumbling and gymnastic skills, including balance, jumping, front and back rolls, cartwheels and handstands. Color, music and imagination are incorporated into lessons to create a fun learning environment.

Ages 4-6 Mondays

$45/$90 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 10:30-11:15 a.m.

5:10-5:55 p.m.

Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 9:50-10:35 a.m.

4:30-5:15 p.m.

Kinder Sports This camp will teach children all about lacrosse, focusing primarily on game rules, field movement, passing, shooting, endurance, aim and speed.

Ages 4-6 $36/$72 Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 10:45-11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 5:10-5:55 p.m.

Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Tuesdays 7/11-8/8 10:45-11:30 a.m.

Kinder Golf It’s never been easier for children to learn how to play golf! During class, participants will use over-sized equipment, special tees, holes and targets to learn all of the basics of the game.

Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Pillow Hockey A great introduction to the world of hockey, this class focuses on the basics of passing, stick handling and shooting.

Ages 4-6 $45/$90 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 4:15-5 p.m.

Basketball Skills & Scrimmage Separated into age groups, players will work on skill progressions, drills, ball movement, defense and game strategy.

To keep players ready for basketball season, games will be played during every class.

Ages 6-9 $50/$100 Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ages 10-14 $50/$100 Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Kids Triathlon Training Prep for the Y’s Kids Triathlon, scheduled for September 10, by training for all three triathlon activities: running, biking and swimming. Classes will focus on pacing, technique, transitions and improving speed and endurance.

Ages 6-11 $90/$180 Saturdays 6/10-8/12 9-10 a.m.

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Tumbling Beginner Participants will learn the basics of tumbling, including rolls, bridges, handstands, cartwheels and other skills in a positive, high-energy atmosphere.

Ages 6-12 $50/$100 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 6-6:50 p.m.

Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 6-6:50 p.m.

Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 5-5:50 p.m.

Tumbling Intermediate/ Advanced This class is for the tumbler who is ready for back walk-overs, flip-flops and connecting skills. A strong skill base is necessary for this class as students must be capable of doing a handstand, backbend and running cartwheel or round off.

Ages 6-12 $50/$100 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 7-7:50 p.m.

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Tumbling Beginner II

Floor Hockey

This class is designed for tumblers who are ready for a bigger challenge.

Participants will explore additional tumbling skills including roundoffs, backbends, kick-overs and handsprings. Students must be able to do cartwheels, backbends and handstands.

Ages 6-12 $50/$100 Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 7-7:50 p.m.

Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 6-6:50 p.m.

Floor Hockey is a great introduction into the world of hockey! In this class, we will focus on the importance of passing, stick handling and shooting.

Throughout the session, participants will play different skill games and floor hockey games.

Ages 7-12 $50/$100 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 7-8 p.m.

Volleyball Beginner If your child is interested in learning the basics of volleyball, this is the perfect program! Participants will learn all the skills of volleyball they need to advance to the next level.

Ages 7-12 $50/$100 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 5-6 p.m.

Volleyball Intermediate/ Advanced (Ages 7-12) This class teaches volleyball to boys and girls with intermediate to advanced knowledge of the game.

An experienced instructor will break down the sport so players can develop a strong base as they progress to playing live games.

Ages 7-12 $50/$100 Mondays 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7 6-7 p.m.

Gladiator Dodgeball Kids absolutely love playing dodgeball!

In this class, they get to play a variety of dodgeball games, while working on skills such as throwing, catching, speed and agility.

Ages 7-12 $50/$100 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 5-6 p.m.

Kids on the Run Club Learn race strategy, improve your stride technique and have some fun as part of the Y’s Kids on the Run Club!

Ages 7-13 $90/$180 Endurance-Focused Mondays 6/5-8/7 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Speed- and Power-Focused Thursdays 6/8-8/10 8:30-9:30 a.m.

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Youth Soccer This class will help soccer players develop basic soccer fundamentals, such as passing, ball handling and kicking. Gameplay will be used to focus on strategy and team work.

Ages 8-12 $50/$100 Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 6-7 p.m.

Tennis Tennis is one of the most respected sports in the world and we’re glad to be teaching it at our Y! Participants will learn to serve and develop their forehand and backhand skills. They will also play matches throughout the session.

Ages 8-13 $40/$80 Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 7-8 p.m.

Ages 8-13 Tuesdays

$50/$100 7/11-8/8

7-8 p.m.

Youth Baseball Players will work to develop all aspects of their game, including hitting, fielding and running. Games and activities will help athletes improve their hand-eye coordination, speed, agility and strength. Please note: All players should bring a baseball glove.

Ages 8-13 $40/$80 Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 6-7 p.m.

Flag Football This class will teach your child the basics of flag football. During class, athletes will work on catching, passing, speed and agility. Participants will also play in live games. This is a great class to prelude the YMCA’s Youth Flag Football League.

Ages 8-13 $50/$100 Tuesdays 7/11-8/8 6-7 p.m.

Teen DIY Do you love ‘Do It Yourself’ projects and want to create your own DIY? Come out to the Y’s Teen DIY Class.

We will meet one Thursday a month and make a DIY craft from Pinterest!

Ages 10-17 $15/$25 Thursday 5/11 6-7:30 p.m.

PRIVATE LESSONS Sports Training In this private 60-minute class, an instructor will help participants improve their speed, agility, strength and endurance—making it ideal for any young athlete who is preparing for an upcoming sports season. Available for a variety of sports. When you buy four sessions, you will get one FREE!

Available Year Round Ages 8-14 1 Participant

$30/$60

2 Participants

$50/$100

Package of 5 Private Sport Trainings

$120/$240

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Youth/Teen Dance Programs Participants in the following dance classes will perform in the Summer Recital, held on Saturday, August 12. The registration fee includes the cost of your dancer’s costume. As a reminder, all dancers are encouraged to wear a leotard, tights and ballet or jazz shoes to class.

Ballet slippers are not preferred.

Tiny Dancers

Tap Technique

Toddlers will move, dance and have fun while developing spatial awareness, coordination and rhythm.

Ages 2-3 Mondays 6/5-8/7 4:40-5:10 p.m. $97/$194 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 9:45-10:15 a.m. $105/$210

Designed for beginner and intermediate dancers, this class includes instruction on basic steps, combinations and choreography used in tap. Tap shoes are required.

Ages 7-12 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 6:20-7:15 p.m. $115/$230

Dance Beginnings

Pre-Ballet 1

In a fun and nurturing environment, preschool-aged children will be introduced to the world of dance and develop basic skills such as spatial awareness, coordination and rhythm.

Ages 3-5 Mondays 6/5-8/7 5:15-6 p.m. $105/$210 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 10:30-11:15 a.m. $97/$194

Tap Dance In a fun and energetic environment, students will learn basic movements and terminology related to tap dance.

Tap shoes required!

Ages 3-6 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 1-1:55 p.m. $115/$230

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Young dancers will learn basic ballet movements and terminology through games and imagination.

Ages 4-6 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $115/$230 Wednesdays 6/7-8/9 4:30-5:15 p.m. $125/$250

Pre-Ballet 2 A continuation of Pre-Ballet 1, dancers will be introduced to additional ballet movements and terminology through games and imagination. New dancers must have instructor permission to enroll in Pre-Ballet 2.

Ages 4-6 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 2-2:55 p.m. $115/$230

Intro to Hip-Hop/Jazz Dance Using popular music as our soundtrack, we’ll teach you basic hip-hop and jazz dance movements and techniques and help you further develop your spatial awareness.

Ages 6-10 Mondays 6/5-8/7 4:40-5:35 p.m. $125/$250

Ballet: Level 1 Technique Ballet is the base for almost all other styles as it allows dancers to develop strength, flexibility, poise, grace and confidence. This class will introduce dancers to the basic fundamentals of ballet including movements with feet turned out, body mechanics, stretching and more complex combinations.

Students will also do center floor work as well as basic barre work.

Some ballet experience is helpful.

Ages 6-10 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 5-6:05 p.m. $115/$230

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Private & Semi-Private Dance Lessons Work with an experienced dance instructor in a one-on-one or small group setting. Sessions can be 30 or 60 minutes in length and will focus on strengthening your dancer’s abilities.

Ballet Level 2 Technique

Contemporary Technique

This class is a continuation of Ballet: Level 1 Technique, but it includes more advanced barre work, center and combinations. Dancers will work on body placement and arm positions.

In order to register, participants must have completed Level 1 or have instructor approval.

Ages 8-12 Tuesdays 6/6-8/8 6:10-7:15 p.m. $115/$230

Experienced dancers will learn the movements, terminology and choreography of contemporary dance.

Previous dance experience is required.

Ages 9-16 Thursdays 6/8-8/10 7:30-8:25 p.m. $125/$250

Ballet Level 3 Technique A continuation of Levels 1 and 2, this class features more advanced technique. Students will learn more refined barre and floor work, more complex choreography and more challenging techniques. Instructor approval is required to register for this class.

Ages 9-16 Sundays 6/10-8/12 1-2:25 p.m. $145/$290

Dance Technique This specialized dance class will touch on all areas of dance, but will focus primarily on jazz and lyrical techniques.

Ages 9-16 Thursdays 6/8-8/10 5:30-6:25 p.m. $125/$250

Private Package of Four 30 minutes: $120/$240 60 minutes: $160/$320 Package of Eight 30 Minutes: $200/$400 60 Minutes: $280/$560 Semi-Private (2-4 dancers) Package of Four 60 minutes: $120/$240 Package of 8 60 minutes:

$200/$400

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GET UP AND DANCE

THRIVE Dance Team Auditions August 25-26 THRIVE is an award-winning community dance team based at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA in Plainfield. As a part of THRIVE, dancers of all ages get the opportunity to: • Learn and develop skills across various dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap and contemporary, among others.

• Receive guidance from dance instructors who embrace the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

• Perform at local events, community expos and the THRIVE Showcase.

New dancers may audition for one of the four performance dance level groups: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Experienced dancers are invited to audition for THRIVE’s award-winning competitive dance levels: Elite and Diamond Elite.

Friday, August 25 5:30-7 p.m.

Saturday, August 26 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Experienced dancers who would like to audition for competition levels are required to attend. Solo choreography will be the focus.

Dancers will need to present a 60-second solo in a dance style of their preference. Dancers will have the opportunity to learn how to audition their solo pieces as well as get feedback from Thrive teachers.

Dancers of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend. Dancers will learn a shorty choreographed piece and present what they learned in a group setting. All participants make the team and will be placed in levels based on their ability. Competition level dancers will also present their solo pieces.

Audition Packets Audition packets will be available at the Y on Friday, August 25 between 5 and 7 p.m. Packets must be completed prior to auditioning on Saturday, August 26.

FREE!

Registr ation require d.

For more information, please contact Kristen Derengowski at (815) 267-8600, ext. 224.

Membership not requried to audition, but is required for THRIVE participants.

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A YMCA Dance Team

2017 SUMMER PROGRAMS

IGNITE THEIR PASSION MINI TRIATHLON & KIDS TRI Sunday, September 10 MINI TRIATHLON

Starts at 8:30 a.m.

Join us for a great morning of fitness and fun. Swim 200 yards in our lap pool, bike 7 miles on our group cycling bikes, and run two miles outside! Participants registered by August 28 will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Space is limited. First wave begins at 8:30 a.m. Check-in begins at 7 a.m.

Ages 12 and Up Facility Member $25 Community Member $35 Team Rate $25 per person (minimum 5 per team)

KIDS TRI

Starts after Mini-Tri

Ages 6-7 Participants will swim 25 yards in the lap pool, ride their bike one mile and run or walk a half mile.

Ages 8-11 Participants will swim 75 yards in the lap pool, ride their bikes two miles and run or walk one mile.

Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and helmet. Race/road bikes will not be allowed on the kids course. Please use a mountain bike. The bike and run are held on a closed course around Ira Jones Middle School.

The event will begin shortly after the Mini Tri (ages 12 and up) is underway. The estimated start time is 9 a.m.

Facility Member Community Member

$25 $30

Not Sure About A Tri? Kids Tri Training Children who plan on participating in our Kids Tri on September 10 will benefit greatly from this training program. Workouts will focus on pacing and technique, as well as improving speed, endurance and—most importantly—having fun.

Ages 6-11 Saturdays 9-10 a.m. $90$180 6/10-8/12

Run Club Are you registered for a triathlon and worried about completing the race?

Are you looking to improve your race times? If you are ready to take your training workouts to the next level, this is the program for you!

Our Run Club is designed to prepare novice and experienced athletes to compete in everything from a mini triathlon, to a marathon, to a 5K. Training includes: • Thursday evening runs • Social Events • Saturday runs • Monthly Workshops (topics include Triathlon 101, Nutrition and Diet, and Interval Training) Ages 18 and Up Tue./Thu./Sat. Various Times $20/year

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GET YOUR GAME ON

Summer Sports Leagues at the Y High School Summer Basketball League Grades 9-12

June 7-August 8

Join the Y’s high-energy High School Summer Basketball League to help take your game to the next level!

Details • 8 regular season games plus a playoff tournament.

• Games will be played on Wednesday evenings at the Galowich Family YMCA (Joliet) and Fridays evenings at the C.W. Avery YMCA (Plainfield).

• Sign up individually.

• Roster limit: A maximum of 12 players. Rosters are due by the first game.

• Players must be present for three regular season games to participate in the playoffs.

Register Today!

Fee: $50/$100 To qualify for Facility Member pricing, each team must have a minimum of one Facility Member, who will serve as team captain. Please be sure to mention your captain’s name when registering, otherwise you will become a Community Member “free agent” and placed on a team with openings.

To register, please visit www.jolietymca.org.

High School Summer Intramural Sports Tournaments

Grades 9-12

The YMCA’s summer intramural tournaments are back and better than ever! Get your team together and sign up today!

Fee: $10/$20 To qualify for Facility Member pricing for either tournament, teams must have a minimum of one Facility Member, who will serve as team captain. Please be sure to mention your captain’s name when registering, otherwise you will become a Community Member “free agent” and placed on a team with openings.

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Wiffle Ball Tournament Saturday, July 29 Five players are needed to take the field. Rosters can have up to seven players and are due before the first game. Games will get underway at 9 a.m. at the C. W. Avery Family YMCA. Includes bragging rights and prizes for the winning team!

• Registration deadline: July 26

Kickball Double-Elimination Tournament Saturday, September 16 Ten players are needed to take the field. Rosters can have up to 12 players and are due by the first game. Games will get underway at 9 a.m. at the Galowich Family YMCA. Includes bragging rights and prizes for the winning team!

• Registration deadline: September 13

2017 SUMMER PROGRAMS

Youth Soccer League Fall soccer is sure to be a blast for your young player. Your child will learn the fundamentals of soccer during practices and games, while having a great time. All participants will receive a soccer shirt for games.

August 15-October 29 Fees May 6-July 31 $80/$160 August 1-6 $90/$180 After August 6 $100/$200 Divisions: Pre-K-Kindergarten Grades 1-2 Grades 3-4 Grades 5-6

Youth Flag Football League In the YMCA Youth Flag Football League, children and their families will enjoy the football experience every time they step on the field. Players will learn the fundamentals of football in a safe and fun environment. In this program each participant receives a football jersey to wear for all games and to keep.

August 17-October 29 Fees May 6-July 31 $80/$160 August 1-6 $90/$180 After August 6 $100/$200 Divisions:

Preseason Clinics The Y will host FREE preseason flag football and soccer clinics led by our Sports Director and Sports Manager. These clinics are open to all flag football and soccer participants.

Pre-registration is required.

Soccer Clinics Pre-K-K Tuesday, August 15 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Grades 1-2 Tuesday, August 15 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Grades 3-4 & Grades 5-6 Wednesday, August 16 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Football Clinics Pre-K-K & Grades 1-2 Thursday, August 17 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Grades 3-4 & 5-6 Thursday, August 17 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Pre-K-Kindergarten Grades 1-2 Grades 3-4 Grades 5-6

Practices & Games Practice for the Soccer and Football Leagues will be held once per week starting the week of August 21. Games will be held on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings beginning the week of September 8. This is a seven game season.

No games will be held during Plainfield’s Homecoming weekend.

Registration opens May 6.

Anyone signed up after August 6 will pay a $10 late fee and will not be guaranteed a uniform by the first game.

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STRONG SWIMMERS

CONFIDENT KIDS THE YMCA IS AMERICA’S FAVORITE SWIM INSTRUCTOR. In Y classes, not only are you taught how to swim in a caring way, but you also learn about yourself, about safety and rescue skills and about water activities you can enjoy for a lifetime.

THERE’S AN AQUATICS PROGRAM FOR EVERYONE. GENERAL POOL RULES OPEN SWIM: All members may participate in activities in the pool during open swim. All children (under 16) will be swim tested. Children (under 10) must be accompanied by an adult on the pool deck. Children who do not pass the yellow or blue swim test, must also be accompanied by an adult in the water.

LAP SWIM: There is always one lane available for lap swimming for members. Children, who pass the blue test, are permitted in the lap lanes and must be swimming laps. Swimmers in the lap lanes must swim continuous laps without stopping so as to not interfere with others sharing the lap lane.

POOL POLICIES SWIM TEST POLICY Children under 16 years of age will be swim tested by the guard on duty and will be required to wear the appropriate wristband for the duration of their visit. Testing MUST be done with every visit.

BLUE & YELLOW SWIMMERS under 10 years of age MUST have at least one supervising parent in the pool area at all times at a ratio of one adult to every three children.

RED SWIMMERS MUST have at least one parent IN THE WATER at all times at a ratio of one adult to every three children. Red swimmers shorter than 4 feet, 6 inches must wear a Coast Guard Approved flotation device, and must be supervised by a parent in the water at a ratio of one adult to every two children.

BLUE WRISTBAND TEST Blue swimmers must be able to jump in the deep end, tread water for 10 seconds and swim to the shallow end of the pool using a horizontal swim stroke without stopping or having assistance.

Blue wristband swimmers are permitted to swim in the shallow and deep ends of the pool.

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YELLOW WRISTBAND TEST Yellow swimmers will be asked to enter the pool at the guard chair and swim to the shallow end of the pool using a horizontal swim stroke without stopping or having assistance. Yellow wristband swimmers are not permitted past the 5 foot marker. The Yellow Test must be done without a life jacket.

RED WRISTBAND TEST All swimmers under 16 years of age who do not pass Blue or Yellow Swim Tests will be issued a Red wristband. Red swimmers MUST wear a life jacket at all times if they are shorter than 4 feet, 6 inches tall. Red swimmers are not permitted past the 4 foot marker.

NOTE: Lifeguards may not always be able to give swim tests during busier times.

LIGHTNING AND THUNDER POLICY The pool and pool deck will be closed and cleared of all members in the event of lightning or thunder, and shall remain closed until 30 minutes after the last sighting.

2017 SWIMMING PROGRAMS LESSON SELECTOR: WHICH SWIM CLASS IS SUMMER MY CHILD READY FOR? PARENT & CHILD* 6 months–5 years

YMCA Swim Lesson Policies and Procedures

YOUTH 6-14 years

* parent participation is required in all parent/child lessons

NO

Is your child…

Can your child…

1. Between 6 months and 2 years?

1. Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke?

YES

Parent/ Child

Max. 10 students

2. Between 2 years and 3 years?

NO

YES

Pike with Parent

Max. 10 students

3. Between 3 years and 5 years and comfortable without a parent in the water?

YES

Pike

Max. 4 students

NO

Pike with Parent

Max. 10 students

YES NOT YET

Polliwog

Max. 4 students

2. Pass the Blue Swim Test and also swim 25 yards utilizing rudimentary backstroke?

YES NOT YET

Guppy

Max. 6 students

3. Swim front crawl with side breathing, backstroke, and rudimentary breaststroke for 50 yards?

YES NOT YET

Minnow

Max. 6 students

4. Swim front crawl stroke with side breathing, backstroke, breaststroke with proper form for 100 yards and can demonstrate rudimentary butterfly?

YES NOT YET

YES NOT YET

Can your child…

1. Swim 5 feet on their front and back unassisted?

Pike

Max. 8 students

5. Demonstrate proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes and is comfortable with dives and flipturns?

PRESCHOOL 3-5 years

YES NOT YET

Fish

Max. 4 students

2. Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke?

NOT YET

Eel

Max. 4 students

YES

Ray

Max. 6 students

Flying Fish

Max. 8 students

6. Proficient at all 4 competitive strokes and comfortable with dives.

Swim 200 yards of freestyle using flip turns and a 200 Individual Medley.

YES NOT YET

Shark

Max. 8 students

PORPOISE SWIM CLUB For those looking to build their swimming endurance and improve their stroke mechanics, while emphasizing teamwork and possibly joining a swim team in the future.

1. The first day of each session is reserved for swim testing and evaluations. All appropriate changes will be made to ensure quality instruction for your child. If you have a question about your child’s swim level after the first day of class, please speak to your child’s instructor.

2. Children will be moved up to the next level once all of the skills in the previous level have been mastered.

Many skills in certain levels are dependent on physical development, strength and coordination. Please remember that each child is unique and develops at his or her own rate, and that progression through these levels varies greatly.

3. The Aquatics Department reserves the right to cancel and/or combine classes due to low enrollment.

Make-up Lessons and Swim Credit 1. One make up class may be accommodated per session if schedules allow. Either 24 hours notice, or a doctor’s note, must be provided in order to schedule a make up. Make up lessons will take place in other classes running with open slots during the same 5-week session, and may not always be available. Credits or refunds will not be given in place of make up lessons.

2. In the event of a pool closure due to weather, sanitary closure, or acts of God, a water safety lesson will be taught outside the pool. Credits, refunds or make ups are not offered in place of safety classes.

3. Participants that withdraw from a swim class for medical reasons will receive a YMCA credit for the remaining classes if the request is accompanied by a doctor’s note.

All credits are valid for one year.

4. All program fees are non-refundable.

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5 SWIM LESSON SESSIONS (One lesson per week) Session Dates

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

Session 1: June 5-July 9*

$42/$84

Monday, May 29

$47/$89

Session 2: July 10-August 13

$42/$84

Monday, July 3

$47/$89

* No classes on Tuesday, July 4. Classes will be pro-rated for Session 1.

Monday 10:40-11:10 a.m.

11:20-11:50 a.m.

5:10-5:40 p.m.

5:50-6:20 p.m.

6:30-7 p.m.

Parent/ Child

Pike w/ Parent

X X

Pike

Eel

X X X X X

X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X

Ray/ Starfish

Polliwog

Guppy

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X X X X X

X

X X X X

X X

Flying Fish

Shark

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Minnow

Fish X

X X X

Tuesday 10:40-11:10 a.m.

11:20-1:50 a.m.

5:10-5:40 p.m.

5:50-6:20 p.m.

6:30-7 p.m.

X X

X

X X X

X

Wednesday 10:40-11:10 a.m.

11:20-11:50 a.m.

5:10-5:40 p.m.

5:50-6:20 p.m.

6:30-7 p.m.

X X

X

X X X X X

Thursday 10:40-11:10 a.m.

11:20-11:50 a.m.

5:10-5:40 p.m.

5:50-6:20 p.m.

6:30-7 p.m.

X X

X

X

X X X X

Saturday 8:40-9:10 a.m.

9:20-9:50 a.m.

10-10:30 a.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

11:20-11:50 a.m.

X X X X

X X X X X

X X

X X

X

X X X

X X X X X

REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE $5!

REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE IN PERSON OR ONLINE AT www.jolietymca.org.

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2017 SUMMER SWIMMING PROGRAMS

1 WEEK SWIM LESSON SESSIONS (Classes meet Monday-Friday) Early Bird Price: $42/$84

Price After Deadline: $47/$89

Session Dates

Early Bird Deadline

Session Dates

Early Bird Deadline

Session A:

June 5-9

Monday, May 29

Session E

July 10-14

Monday, July 3

Session B:

June 12-16

Monday, June 5

Session F:

July 17-21

Monday, July 10

Session C:

June 19-23

Monday, June 12

Session G:

July 24-28

Monday, July 17

Session D:

June 26-30

Monday, June 19

Session H:

July 31-August 4 Monday, July 24

Session E:

July 3-7*

Monday, June 26

Session I:

August 7-11

* No classes on Tuesday, July 4. Classes will be pro-rated for Session E.

Mornings

Pike

Eel

8:40-9:10 a.m.

X

X

9:20-9:50 a.m.

X

10-10:30 a.m.

X

X

3:50-4:20 p.m.

X

X

4:30-5 p.m.

X

X

Ray

Polliwog

Guppy

Minnow

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Fish

X X

Monday, July 31 Flying Fish

Shark

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Evenings X

X X

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL Junior Lifeguarding Academy

Have your kids ever wondered what it’s like to be a lifeguard or swim instructor? Children, ages 11-14, are invited to apply to the YMCA’s Junior Lifeguard Academy. Students will learn lifesaving skills, including first aid and CPR, and will also assist in teaching swim lessons.

All applicants will be required to: • • • • •

Submit an application and essay by April 30.

Complete a swim test by May 7.

Complete an interview by May 18.

Attend all Academy classes.

Volunteer a minimum of 20 hours over the summer as a Junior Lifeguard and/or swim aid.

Ages 11-14 May 22-25 May 30-June 2

$100/$200 Monday-Thursday 6-8:30 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact Aquatics Manager Chad Shingler at (815) 267-8600, ext. 228 or by email at cshingler@jolietymca.org.

To learn more, visit www.jolietymca.org.

Students must wear their swimsuit to every class, bring two towels, a water bottle, snacks, a notebook and a pen.

A junior lifeguard T-shirt, whistle and lanyard will be provided and must also be brought to all classes and all volunteer shifts.

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DISCOVER WHO YOU CAN BE

Teen/Adult Swim Lessons Learn how to swim or focus on improving your swimming endurance with a trained YMCA swim instructor.

Swimming is not only life skill that everyone should learn, but it’s a great way to exercise and improve your health.

Please note: If enrollment requirements are not met, you will be contacted about either upgrading to private swim lessons for an additional fee, transferring to a different day and/or time or cancelling the class and receiving a YMCA credit on your account.

Ages 15 and Up $42/$84 Thursdays

6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 6:30-7 p.m.

Fridays

6/9-7/7 7/14-8/11 10:40-11:10 a.m.

6/10-7/8 7/15-8/12 8:40-9:10 a.m.

Saturdays

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Youth/Teen Porpoise Swim Club This is a pre-competitive swim club for children that have passed the Shark swim level, or a 200 yard individual medley swim test given by a Porpoise Club Coach. Porpoise Club focuses on building swimmers’ endurance and improving stroke technique, while emphasizing teamwork.

Ages 8-17 10 week Sessions Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays

$64/$128 each day

7-8 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

7-8 p.m.

5-6 p.m.

5 week Session Fridays 5-6 p.m.

$32/$64

2017 SUMMER SWIMMING PROGRAMS

Teen Water Polo This program gives experienced water polo players the chance to improve their skills, compete against other teams and have fun along the way!

During class, we’ll focus on speed, endurance and eggbeater treading, among other fundamentals. At least eight participants are required to run games each night. To register, participants should know the fundamentals and rules of water polo and be comfortable treading water in the deep end.

Ages 13-17 $80/$160 Wednesdays & Fridays 6/7-7/7 7/12-8/11 7:30-9 p.m.

Youth Water Polo Learn basic water polo skills, such as shooting, passing, and goalkeeping in a fun team environment. To register, participants must know freestyle and backstroke and be comfortable treading water in the deep end.

Ages 8-13

$40/$80

Fridays

6/7-7/5 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FOCUS ON SWIM SKILLS Private & Adaptive Swim Lessons

Semi-Private & Adaptive Swim Lessons

One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are available for individuals four years and older. One session includes four 30-minute lessons. Instructors may be requested, however, availability may vary.

Two or more students of the same swimming ability may request semi-private lessons with our expert instructors. One session includes four 30-minute lessons. Instructors may be requested, however, availability may vary.

Ages 4 and Up 4 lessons 30 minutes each

Ages 3 and Up 4 lessons 30 minutes each

$85/$170

$55/$110

Adaptive, Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons can now be scheduled online at www.jolietymca.org.

All instructors are listed by name. Each session includes four, 30-minute lessons.

For more information, please contact: Aquatics Manager Chad Shingler at (815) 267-8600 ext. 228 or by email at cshingler@jolietymca.org.

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SKILLS FOR LIFE American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course

Featuring First Aid and CPR Instruction (with Water Park Option) The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.

Participants must pass a pre-test, including a 300-yard swim, two minutes of treading water without the use of hands, and a timed swim to retrieve a 10-pound object from under 9.5 feet of water. At the end of the course, participants will test for Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR/AED certifications.

To schedule an appointment with the Aquatics Director, please call (815) 267-8600, ext. 226.

Refunds will not be given for students who do not successfully complete the class. Class must have a minimum of three participants in order to run.

Additional certificates/trainings will be available at the end of each class: Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine Auto Injector, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Administering Emergency Oxygen.

STRONG SWIMMERS CONFIDENT KIDS

This course is open to anyone in the community, ages 15 and up. Attendance at every class is mandatory. Upon successful completion, certification cards will be issued.

Ages 15 and Up May 22-25 June 6-9 August 7-10

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Review Course Registration for a Review Class requires proof of current certification.

Ages 15 and Up May 31-June 2 August 2-4

As America’s most trusted swim instructor, the YMCA has been teaching kids how to swim for more than 100 years. In 2017, the YMCA will be introducing a fresh, new swim lesson curriculum that: • Fosters a sense of achievement from start to finish • Accommodates swimmers of all abilities • Introduces a skill continuum that allows students to flow easily from one stage to the next, with clearly defined stages of progress along the way

Watch for more details coming soon!

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$200/$225 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

$125/$135 Wednesday-Friday 4-9 p.m.

Wednesday-Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

NEW IN 2017

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

2017 SUMMER PROGRAMS

Fitness Consultations Y staff members are excited to help you begin your fitness journey! Fitness consultations are great for members with some workout experience but who are interested in learning how to most effectively utilize the equipment in the Wellness Center. This also includes a short fitness assessment and goal setting.

Appointments can be made online or at the Membership Desk.

Free for Facility Members.

FREE

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Specialty Class Group Fitness Punch Cards Are you interested in trying one of our many specialty fitness classes? Or does your busy schedule require some Flexibility?

Purchase a specialty class punch card and you can participate in whichever specialty class you’d like, whenever you’d like.

Each pass is good for seven class visits. Classes that are progressive in nature, such as the Get Fit Challenge, aren’t included in the punch pass.

For more information, please contact Health and Wellness Director Susan Krause at ext. 214.

Punch Card Fee $80/$160

BodyGem Metabolism Analysis Have you ever wondered how many calories your body needs each day? One of our certified personal trainers will use the non-invasive BodyGem indirect calorimeter to determine the number of calories you burn in a day at rest. Knowing this information can be the difference between gaining and losing weight. After the analysis, you will receive an overview of recommended activity and a personal nutrition profile. No eating, drinking, supplements, exercise or smoking allowed for four hours before your appointment. For more information, contact Health and Wellness Director Susan Krause at ext. 214.

As Arranged $40/$80

Fitness Assessments One of our certified personal trainers will measure your body composition, muscular flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance and cardiovascular endurance. This is an invaluable tool in planning a workout program.

As Arranged $30/$60

Body Composition Testing Your body is made up of water, lean mass and fat mass.

We can determine if you are carrying a healthy amount of fat mass through skin fold measurements, bioelectric impedance and BMI analysis.

As Arranged $10/$20

One-on-One Stretching With a Certified Personal Trainer Stretching is an integral part to any workout. Not only does it help you improve your flexibility, but it also helps you avoid injury and soreness.

The Y now offers One-on-One Stretching with a certified personal trainer in a variety of different options.

Try it today!

No. of Sessions 15 min. / 30 min.

1 session $15 $30 4 sessions $52 $110 8 sessions $100 $210 12 sessions $120 $310 All purchased sessions must be used in 12 months.

Purchased packages are non-refundable.

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Wellness Center Teen Certification This class is required for teens who wish to have access to our Wellness Center. The class is designed to give a comprehensive and informative training so teens can properly utilize strength and cardio equipment. Teens will be required to pass a written and practical test the day of the course to receive certification. Please note: Teens WILL NOT be allowed to use the free weights or plate-loaded equipment for safety reasons. You must be a Facility Member to participate. Register online or at the Membership Desk.

Ages 13-15 $15 Certification trainings will be held on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9-10 a.m.

FitStart

FREE

FitStart is a program designed for the new exerciser or those who have trouble sticking to a workout program.

Throughout the 12-week program, participants will meet with a Fit Coach up to four times. During these meetings, your workouts will be evaluated and, as your fitness level increases, so will your workout intensity. The first session will consist of cardio. Your second session will add weights and the third and fourth sessions will add more weights. FitStart is not personal training, but your coach will help you determine and meet your goals.

Ages 16 and Up FitStart is free to Facility Members.

Appointments can be made online or at the Membership Desk.

FEEL HEALTHIER BE STRONGER Personal Training Are you ready to make a substantial change in your workouts?

Are you tired of doing the same routine?

Why not try personal training?

Our certified personal trainers will help you maximize your potential with individualized program design and oneon-one group instruction and motivation. Cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training and basic nutritional guidance are all included in this one-hour session.

Please contact our Health & Wellness Director Susan Krause at ext. 214 or skrause@jolietymca.org.

Group Size Individual* 1 $50 4 $174 8 $312 12 $408 24 $768 Group 2* 1 $35 4 $116 8 $208 12 $288 24 $552

# of 60 minute sessions purchased at a time / / / / / / / / / /

$75 $231 $386 $520 $999

Group 3* 1 $25 4 $88 8 $161 12 $206 24 $387

/ / / / /

$35 $124 $225 $287 $542

$50 $160 $290 $375 $715

Group 4* 1 $22 4 $76 8 $136 12 $168 24 $319

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$31 $107 $190 $235 $447

* Price per person Payment plans are available for packages of 12 or more.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR FIRST TIME PERSONAL TRAINING CLIENTS Buy three personal training sessions for $99.

Cannot be combined with any other offers. Must be redeemed during your first 90 days of membership.

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SHOOT FOR GREATNESS Play Basketball at the YMCA Adult Open Basketball

Co-ed Basketball League

Adults are invited to utilize this time to simply work on their jumper or play a few pick-up games with fellow members. No registration necessary.

Ages 18 and Up — Starting September 5 Showcase your skills on the court with some friendly competition!

Ages 18 and Up

Free for Facility Members

Weekdays

8-10 p.m.

Register today!

Game Times

Saturdays

6-9 a.m.

Sundays

7-9 a.m.

Times are subject to change due to classes, leagues, or special events.

League Maximum Roster Limit Registration Deadline

Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 7 and 9 p.m.

8 Teams 12 players September 1

Rates* Facility Member Community Member

$500 per team $750 per team

*Team Captain must be a Facility Member in order to pay the Facility Member price. Team Captain registers the team.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES START HERE Small Group Training & Specialty Programs Small group settings give you the opportunity to work closely with your instructor and modify your workout accordingly.

Ages 16 and Up Hoop Fitness

Yoga/Strength

Get a full body workout using a hoop and a variety of other equipment.

Tuesdays 10:30-11:25 a.m. $60/$120 6/6-6/27 7/11-8/8

Challenge yourself to a workout that includes a variety of different formats, including yoga, TRX and more.

Thursdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. $85/$170 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10

Summer Body Boot Camp

Women Who Lift

Get ready for summertime by strengthening and toning your body using weights, bands and your own body weight.

Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $60/$120 6/5-7/3 7/10-8/7

Focusing on major muscle groups, this class will take you through safe and functional strength training exercises that will help you burn more calories.

Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $48/$95 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10

Lunchtime Express Workout Join us for a quick mid-day workout that features a wide variety of formats. We’ll have you back at work in no time!

Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $60/$120 7/11-8/8 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $75/$150

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Progressive Cycle Training

AMRAP (As Many Reps As Possible) Expect circuits and routines that use fast-paced, functional movements to help improve your cardiovascular endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, coordination, agility and balance.

Ages 16 and Up 6/10-7/8 7/15-8/12 $48/$96 Day/Time Saturdays 7-8 a.m.

Ballet for Adults Ballet provides a unique way to exercise because it actively engages every one of your muscles. Taught by a classically trained instructor, this class will take you through the basics of ballet while also helping you get stronger, improve your balance and tone your muscles.

Ages 16 and Up 6/5-8/13 $100/$200 Day/Time Sundays 2:30-3:55 p.m.

Synrgy 360 Bootcamp In a small group, participants will use the Synrgy 360 for a workout that is effective, functional and fun. Expect to build muscle and burn calories using the TRX Suspension Trainer, medicine balls, kettle bells, plyometrics, battling ropes and more.

Ages 18 and Up $48/$95 Mondays 6/5-7/8 7/10-8/7 5:30-6:30 a.m.

Wednesdays 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 9:30-10:30 a.m.

6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fridays 6/9-7/7 7/14-8/11 9-10 a.m.

TRX Suspension Training

Power Cycle Power Cycle is a 30-minute HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) class that challenges you to give it all you’ve got. As you soar through multiple levels of intensity, you’ll experience a challenging workout that helps you become a stronger cyclist and improve your cardiovascular health.

Class times vary. Please visit www.jolietymca.org/schedules for class availability.

Purchase a punch pass to receive access to all Power Cycle offerings during the current session.

Ages 16 and Up Rates Facility Member Community Member

This specialized cycling class is designed to vastly improve your cardiovascular strength and endurance, total body strength, power and body composition.

At the beginning of the session, participants will receive: • Body fat and circumference measurements.

• A Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Test to determine their custom workout level for Coach by Color cycling.

• Instructions on how to download and use the ICG Training app.

Participants will receive tips and tasks to help them achieve their fitness goals during off-days.

Ages 16 and Up $90/$180 Wednesdays 6/7-8/9 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Thursdays 6/8-8/10 5-6 p.m.

5-Punch Pass $25 $50

Using a TRX Suspension Trainer, you get an effective total-body workout that helps you build true functional strength and improve flexibility, balance and core stability all at once! Workouts can be modified for all fitness levels, including beginners, seniors and athletes.

Ages 16 and Up Tuesdays $39/$78 6/6-6/27 7/11-8/8 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Saturdays $48/$95 6/10-7/8 7/15-8/12 8:30-9:15 a.m.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

WATER FITNESS Adult Swim Club Swimmers in the Y’s Adult Swim Club meet on a weekly basis to complete a swim workout with their fellow members. A workout is posted on the board each week and swim lanes are reserved for the club.

Ages 18 and Up 6/9-7/7 7/14-8/11 FREE/$25 Day/Time Fridays 9:30-11 a.m.

Mon. and Wed. 5-6:15 a.m.

Aqua Aerobics Set to motivating music, this fun class combines water resistance and aerobics to enhance your toning and endurance. Water shoes are recommended. Swimming experience is not required.

Ages 18 and Up 6/9-7/7 7/14-8/11 FREE/$25 Day/Time Fridays 9:15-10 a.m.

Aqua Fit Get your fix of both cardio and strength resistance training in the shallow and deep ends of the pool.

Ages 18 and Up 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 FREE/$25 Day/Time Thursdays 7:15-8 p.m.

Aqua Nuts During this class, we use water fitness equipment, interval training methods and music to give you a great cardio workout. Please note: Swim experience is highly encouraged, but not required. Swim shoes are recommended.

Ages 18 and Up 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 FREE/$25 Day/Time Thursdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.

Aqua Soothe This gentle, low-impact water exercise program is designed to increase mobility, alleviate pain and stiffness and increase range of motion. Swimming ability is not necessary to participate.

Ages 40 and Up 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 FREE/$25 Day/Time Thursdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.

Aqua Yogilates Using principles of yoga and Pilates, this water fitness class benefits both the mind and body, while aiming to improve your flexibility, balance, body awareness and core strength.

Please note: Swimming experience is not required. Water shoes are recommended.

Ages 18 and Up 6/6-6/27 7/11-8/8 FREE/$20 Day/Time Tuesdays 9:25-10:05 a.m.

Aqua Zumba Featuring that classic Zumba vibe, Aqua Zumba uses similar moves and music to give you a low impact workout that’s easy on your bones and joints.

Ages 18 and Up 9:30-10:30 a.m.

FREE/$25 Day/Time Sunday 5/21 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Thursdays 6/8-7/6 7/13-8/10 9:30-10:15 a.m.

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Deep Water Fitness This impact-free workout is excellent for men and women of all ages who want a challenging cardiovascular workout that includes muscular strength training and toning. Please note: Participants must be comfortable in deep water. Flotation devices will be worn in class.

Ages 18 and Up 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 FREE/$25 Day/Time Wednesdays 9:25-10:05 a.m.

H2O WHOA! This class brings a variety of exercise formats into the pool, including HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and grounded strength, stability and power moves. You’ll get your heart pumping and strengthen your muscles in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Please note: Swimming experience is not required. Water shoes are recommended.

Ages 18 and Up 6/6-6/27 7/11-8/8 FREE/$20 Day/Time Tuesdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.

STAYING ACTIVE FOR LIFE Enhance® Fitness

Designed for older adults of all fitness levels, this program aims to improve endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. Of all Enhance®Fitness’ multiple benefits though, the one that matters most is that it’s a great time.

This class will reduce your arthritis symptoms with safe, low impact exercises led by certified instructors in a relaxed atmosphere that promotes fun, laughter, friendship and smiles. Classes meet three days a week and will be taught in a relaxed atmosphere that encourages social interaction and fellowship.

REGISTER TODAY! Facility Members Included in membership Community Members $75 Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 8-9 a.m.

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Swimnastics Designed to active older adults, Swimnastics provides a fun way to exercise and improve flexibility, circulation, muscle toning and cardiovascular conditioning. Prior swim experience is not required to participate in this class.

Ages 18 and Up 6/7-7/5 7/12-8/9 FREE/$25 Day/Time Wednesdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.

Community Members with a doctor’s referral are invited to register for their first session of Enhance® Fitness for free. To learn more, please contact the Enhance® Fitness Director at your local branch.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

Fab 50 Adventures Family Picnic The third annual Fab 50 Family Picnic will be held at Eaton Preserve Park. Please bring a dish to share and plan to spend a wonderful afternoon mingling, sharing stories and enjoying a great lunch.

Ages 50 and Up 6/11 FREE Day/Time Sunday 1-3 p.m.

Feed My Starving Children Feed My Starving Children’s mission is to provide food to hungry children from all over the world. Join us as we take a trip to their facility in Aurora and help pack Manna meal packs to support their cause.

Ages 50 and Up 7/18 FREE Day/Time Tuesday Noon-2 p.m.

Fab 50 Y Walkers Are you ready to add more steps to your daily count? Then come walk with us every Tuesday and Thursday on the inside track. If the weather allows, we will walk the outside track.

Ages 50 and Up 8:15-9 a.m. FREE Day/Time Tuesdays 6/6-6/27 Thursdays 6/8-7/6

7/11-8/8 7/13-8/10

ADVANCE & ENHANCE YOUR LIFE Diabetes Prevention Program

The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program helps adults at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes reduce their risk for developing the disease by taking steps that will improve their overall health and well-being.

Featuring a CDC-approved curriculum, this yearlong program includes 16 weekly sessions, plus additional bi-weekly and monthly sessions, in a classroom-based setting. Our goal is to help you reduce your body weight by seven percent and increase your activity level to 150 minutes per week.

Adults with a BMI of 25 or above, who are at risk or have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, are eligible to participate.

Fee $429 Classes are forming now.

For more information, please contact Health & Wellness Director Susan Krause at (815) 267-8600, ext. 214 or via email at skrause@jolietymca.org.

Discounts are available for Y members, those with a doctor’s referrals and for those who pay in full.

These discounts can also be combined. Financial assistance is also available.

SHOW YOUR Y PRIDE! Plainfield Harvest 5K Run/Walk & Kidz Miler Sunday September 24, 2017 www.plainfieldharvest5k.com For more information call 815-436-4431 40 l 2017 C.W. Avery Summer Program Guide

Join the Y’s race team for this year’s Harvest 5K and receive a YMCA team t-shirt* to wear during the race. When registering online Join the Y team via www.plainfieldharvest5k.com, make save $3 on yo and ur ra sure to indicate you are a member of registration fe ce e! the YMCA team by selecting discount code: YMCA. Team t-shirts will be available for pick-up at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA on September 23 and 24. * While supplies last.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA

IGNITE YOUR PASSION Volunteer Opportunities at the YMCA

The generosity of others is at the core of the Y’s existence.

It is only through the support of our hundreds of thousands of volunteers and public and private donors that we are able to give back to the communities we serve.

Volunteers at the Greater Joliet Area YMCA: • Lead our Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, Committees and Branch Advisory Councils • Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of our community • Plan our annual Giving Gala • Coach our youth sports teams • Motivate and support youths in our teen programs to help them build the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices, and the pursuit of higher education and goals • Participate in opportunities to give back and support our neighbors through community service projects and events Our volunteers also play an important role in the success, quality and quantity of the programs we offer. We welcome and appreciate anyone 16 years of age or older who volunteers his or her time and expertise. A background check must be completed before volunteers are allowed to participate in any Y program or activity.

To begin volunteering at the Y, please contact: C.W. Avery Family YMCA Dori Fugate, Membership Engagement Champion dfugate@jolietymca.org (815) 267-8600, Ext. 210

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

ADDITIONAL THANKS TO OUR ELITE SPONSORS:

PREMIUM SPONSOR DIAGEO PLATINUM SPONSORS Ron and Kathy Kazmar WeatherTech BAR/COCKTAIL SPONSOR DIAGEO

On behalf of the Greater Joliet Area YMCA and the Giving Gala Committee, thank you to everyone who generously supported our 10th Anniversary Giving Gala! Saturday, February 25 was truly a magical evening as nearly 500 supporters from the community we serve, our four YCMA branches and our board, councils and staff teams raised more than $140,000 to benefit the YMCA’s scholarship fund.

CASH RAFFLE SPONSOR First Community Financial Bank MOBILE BIDDING SPONSOR CITGO Lemont Refinery DIAMOND SPONSORS Continental Audi of Naperville Edward Jones First Midwest Bank Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center BMO Harris Bank Caterpillar, Inc. D’Arcy Buick GMC ExxonMobil Friedrich-Jones & Overman-Jones Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Grundy Bank Hometown National Bank Law Offices of Samuel J. Erkonen, P.C. Midland States Bank Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers Springbank of Plainfield PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR Heartland Bank and Trust

Visit www.jolietymca.org to view the inspiring video featuring three stories of scholarship recipients whose lives were transformed by their YMCA experience.

Special thanks to the sponsors that have supported the Giving Gala for the past 10 years.

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BID PADDLE SPONSOR Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol Law Firm ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR Edward – Elmhurst Health APPETIZER SPONSOR L. DeGeus & Associates, Inc

CHAIRMAN’S ROUNDTABLE 2016 BANNER CLUB DONORS

Partnering for a Healthier Community by Supporting the YMCA Annual Campaign CORPORATE BANNER CLUB-For business and individual donors of $2,000 or more Reflects gifts received January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, which are celebrated with a custom banner in the branches of the donor’s choosing.

Ahoyt Family Dental— Dr. & Mrs. Justin Ahoyt American Heart Association Anonymous Dr. & Mrs. Frank Bender BMO Harris Bank- Joliet Guy and Jan Christensen The Community Foundation of Grundy County Tom and Sandy Cowgill Crane Fund for Widows and Children Cybex International The Don DeGeus Family Eastern Illinois NECA/IBEW Local 176 Ecolab

Fairfield Inn & Suites Joliet Mr. Paul Gantzert Grainger GT Mechanical Holly Club of Joliet Joliet Township Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Kegley Kinder Morgan Lambert Memorial Fund for Children Lenox Financial Services Massage Envy of Plainfield and Shorewood Midland States Bank Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers Narvick Brothers Lumber Company Neal and Phyllis MacDonald

Northstar Credit Union NRG Energy Inc. Presence St. Joseph Medical Center Silver Cross Hospital Sis Schmidt Richard and Mary Searls The Brad Stein and Maureen MacDonald-Stein Family Thomas Jeschke Agricultural Education Opportunity Fund Touchdown Services United Way of Grundy County United Way of Will County Nancy Felman Vincent YMCA of the USA

FAMILY BANNER CLUB-For individual and family donors of $1,000 or more Reflects gifts received January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, which are celebrated with a custom banner in the branch of the donor’s choosing.

Judy Avery Shirl Avery Jim and Carol Baum The Ryan and Lisa Behounek Family Kathy Blessent Klint and Kay DeGeus Ed and Gloria Dollinger Drover’s Trail Natural Farms— The David and Koren Finnestad Family The Bob and Missy Durkin Family The Maurice and Tebrena Fears Family Ron and Jeannine Evenson Michael and Nanette Fitton Ron Galowich The Tony and Carolyn Hamilton Family Larry and Carol Hemdal The Carlos and Sherry Interial Family The Scott and Julie Jackson Family

The Jason Clearwater Memorial Fund Paul and Donna Jeschke The Brad and Judy Johnstone Family Ron and Kathy Kazmar Grandma Judy Kirkeeng Stan and Beth Laken Dr. Michael and Mrs. Susan Lee Harlow and Margaret Lockwood The Nick and Kathy Macris Family The Katherine Maloney Family The Eric and Victoria Matway Family Anna Miller Councilman Terry Morris The Kate Nichols Family Kevin and Mary Olson Park Vending Travis and Heather Perkins The Greg and Susan Peyla Family

Gifts, grants and endowment support for the YMCA touched more than 8,000 lives through our scholarship program in 2016!

Reach Sports Marketing Group Dr. and Mrs. John B. Roth, Jr. Gus and Diane Rousonelos Gus P. and Deborah Rousonelos The Danny and Colleen Rubio Family Tami Sender Wes and Esther Shaw Rex Slagel The Carl and Wendy Smith Family The Jim and Marge Watts Family The Mike and Missie Wright Family Mr. & Mrs. Larry Wiers The Dr. Phil & Mrs. Julie Wilkinson Family Ron and Jackie Wohlwend Al and Donna Zanzola Barb and Kristin Ziegner

For more information on supporting the YMCA with a gift or grant, please contact: Julie Wilkinson, Senior Director of Development, at (815) 782-0825 or jwilkinson@jolietymca.org.

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EXPLORE THE Y

Staff Directory

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA (815) 267-8600

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA (815) 744-3939

METROPOLITAN OFFICE (815) 729-9638

Lisa Behounek – Executive Director lbehounek@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 206

Danny Rubio – Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 317

James Watts – President & CEO jwatts@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 312

Kristen Derengowski – Dance & Fitness Coordinator kderengowski@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 224

Ashley Banevicius – Youth & Family Coordinator abanevicius@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 316

Heather Perkins – Senior Vice President/COO hperkins@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 333

Carl Dreyer – Maintenance Manager cdreyer@jolietymca.org Ext. 242

Michele Brown – Membership Director mbrown@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 309

Jared Freeh – Facilities & Grounds Director jfreeh@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 216

Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315

Cindy Conrad – Senior Accountant/ Business Manager cconrad@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 303

Dori Fugate – Membership Engagement Champion dfugate@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 210

Kate Nichols – Membership Engagement Champion knichols@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 308

Karen Courtney – Executive Administrative Assistant kcourtney@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 306

Christopher Interial – Youth & Adult Sports Manager cinterial@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 219

Michael Taylor – Health, Wellness and Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307

Megan Engelman – Human Resource & Accounting Specialist mengelman@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 304

Susan Krause – Health & Wellness Director skrause@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 214

Max Yoshikawa – Aquatics Director myoshikawa@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 320

Maurice Fears – Executive Director of Teen and Young Adult Advancement mfears@jolietymca.org

Danielle Krohn – Aquatics Director dkrohn@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 226 Tina Lee – Before & After School Care Director tlee@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 205

MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA (815) 513-8080

Erin Lightbody – Youth & Family Director elightbody@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 211

Missy Durkin – Executive Director mdurkin@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 510

Mimi Panagopoulos – Before & After School Care Manager mpanagopoulos@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . Ext. 229

Ken Iverson – Sports Manager kiverson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 512

Megan Payne – Membership Manager mpayne@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 203 Maria Romero – Youth & Adult Sports Director mromero@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 217 Chad Shingler – Aquatics Manager cshingler@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 228 Shannon Stawikowski – Youth & Family Manager sstawikowski@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 212

CENTRAL CITY YMCA (815) 726-3939 Maurice Fears - Executive Director of Teen and Young Adult Advancement mfears@jolietymca.org

Jamie Nelson – Membership Director jnelson@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 515 Sarah Porzel – Youth and Family Director sporzel@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 513 Ian Stewart – Health and Wellness Director istewart@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 514

SMITH FAMILY YMCA (815) 726-3939 Danny Rubio – Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 317 Brooke Hall – Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 415 Dave Hedden – Director of Competitive Swimming dhedden@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 412 Taryn Fears – Youth & Family Coordinator tfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 418 Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315 Anna Miller – Membership Engagement Champion amiller@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 433 Rachell Ronchetti – Aquatics Director rronchetti@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 417 Michael Taylor – Health, Wellness and Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307

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Jenna Bay – Graphic Design & Brand Manager jbay@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 310

Adriana Garcia – Human Resources Manager agarcia@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 331 Patty Hall – Membership Operations Director phall@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 327 Brittney Halliday – Annual Giving Manager bhalliday@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 325 Carolyn Hamilton – Vice President of Marketing and Communications chamilton@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 313 Julie Jackson – Chief Financial Officer jjackson@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 311 Angie Maas – Associate Accountant amaas@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 344 Kyle Nowaczyk – Digital Communications Manager knowaczyk@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 323 Lynette Sartori – Program Manager – Teen and Young Adult Advancement lsartori@jolietymca.org Julie Wilkinson – Senior Development Director jwilkinson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 318 Lori Wellman – Account Specialist lwellman@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 329

LEARN, GROW, THRIVE EXPLORE THE Y

Through our four YMCA branches and our Central City “Y without Walls,” we are serving thousands of residents each and every day.

The Y brings families closer together, encourages good health, and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. But, most importantly, our doors are open to everyone, regardless of age, income or background. At the Y, no one is ever turned away due to the inability to pay.

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA

HOURS

15120 Wallin Drive • Plainfield, IL 60544 Phone: (815) 267-8600 • Fax: (815) 267-8601

YEAR ROUND

AMENITIES • Family Aquatic Center • Eight-Lane Pool • Steam Room and Sauna • Gymnasium • Indoor Running Track • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Group Cycling Room

• Activity Center • Supervised Playroom • Multi-Purpose Rooms • Aerobics and Dance Studio • Softball Field • Soccer Field • Outdoor Track

MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

HOURS

749 Houbolt Road • Joliet, IL 60431 Phone: (815) 744-3939 • Fax: (815) 729-9628

OCTOBER-MAY

AMENITIES • Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Healthy Living Corridor • Outdoor Track

• Separate men’s and women’s saunas • Softball Fields • Fitness Studio

MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS

HOURS

320 Wauponsee Street • Morris, IL 60450 Phone: (815) 513-8080 • Fax: (815) 941-2092

OCTOBER-MAY

• Wellness Center and Weight Room • Aerobics Studio • Multi-Purpose Room • Supervised Playroom • Community Space • Locker Rooms

In partnership with

JUNE-SEPTEMBER

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

HOURS

1350 S. Briggs Street • Joliet, IL 60433 Phone: (815) 726-3939 • Fax: (815) 726-3968

OCTOBER-MAY

• Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Supervised Playroom

• Racquetball Court • Activity Center • Separate Men’s & Women’s Saunas

5 a.m. - 9 p.m.

6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Closed

MONDAY-THURSDAY 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.

FRIDAYS 5 a.m. - 8 p.m.

SATURDAY & SUNDAYS 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

MONDAY-THURSDAY FRIDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAYS

AMENITIES

5 a.m. - 10 p.m.

6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

JUNE-SEPTEMBER

MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA AMENITIES

5 a.m. - 10 p.m.

6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

5 a.m. - 5 a.m. - 7 a.m. -

9 p.m.

8 p.m.

3 p.m.

Closed

MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.

SATURDAYS 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

SUNDAYS Closed

JUNE-SEPTEMBER MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m. - 8 p.m.

SATURDAYS 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

SUNDAYS Closed

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA 749 Houbolt Road EVERYONE Joliet, IL 60431IS WELCOME At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. www.jolietymca.org Stop by your local branch to learn more about our (815) SAY-YMCA People Helping People Scholarship Program.

Programs vary by location.

SUMMER MEMBERSHIP SALE JULY 18-21 Join the YMCA during our Summer Membership Sale and save 50% off your Joiner’s Fee and pay no membership fees in December - a savings of up to $132! *New members only. New members will pay no membership fees during December 2014.

Cannot be combined with any other offers. Some restrictions may apply.

Registration for Fall Programming Begins Saturday, July 26.

• Before and After School Programs • Preschool Programming • Youth Soccer, Football & Basketball Leagues • Swim Lessons • Adult Sports Leagues

www.jolietymca.org (815) SAY-YMCA

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• Fun-filled special events for all ages • Free group exercise classes • State-of-the-art strength and cardio equipment • Quality child care services while you exercise

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA 749 Houbolt Road Joliet, IL 60431

Residential Customer

www.jolietymca.org (815) SAY-YMCA

NON-PROFIT ORG U.S. Postage

PAID

Joliet, IL Permit No. 25