AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Galowich Family YMCA
FALL 1, 2, AND 3 SESSION PROGRAMS
FALL 1, 2, AND 3 Session Programs
SESSION DATES
*Modified class schedules on Labor Day, Halloween, the week of Thanksgiving and Christmas break. Pricing will be adjusted accordingly.
Fall 1: August 25-September 28
Registration Dates:
Facility Members: Saturday, July 26
Open Registration: Saturday, August 9
Fall 2: September 29-November 2
Registration Dates:
Facility Members: Saturday, July 26
Open Registration: Saturday, September 13
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Youth Wellness
HOMESCHOOL GYM
Ages 4-14
FA1, FA2, FA3 $60/$120 Thu. 10-10:45 a.m.
YOUTHFUL YOGA
Ages 6-10
FA1,FA2,FA3 $50/$100 Tue. 4:15-4:45 p.m.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT & DANCE
Ages 7-12 FA1,FA2,FA3 $60/$120 Mon. 6-6:45 p.m.
POKEMON GAME TRADING CARDS
Ages 8-13 FA2 $54/$104 Mon. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
FAST TWITCH FITNESS
Ages 9-14
FA1,FA2,FA3 $60/$120 Mon. 5-5:45 p.m.
JUNIOR STRENGTH TRAINING
Ages 9-14 FA1,FA2,FA3 $60/$120 Tue. 5-5:45 p.m.
Budding Artists
PAINT WITH ME
Ages 3-5 FA2 $54/$104 Mon. 11-11:45 a.m.
ABC’S & 1,2,3
Ages 3-5 FA3 $54/$104 Mon. 11-11:45 a.m.
VIP and Me
VIP and Me is the perfect opportunity for toddlers and preschoolers to bond with the very important people in their lives!
Parents/Guardians will participate in these programs.
APPLE PAINTING
Ages 2-5 9/10 $10/$20 Wed. 12:30-1:15 p.m.
APPLE PLAYDOUGH
Ages 2-5 9/19 $10/$20 Fri. 12:30-1:15 p.m.
PUMPKIN PAINTING
Ages 2-5 10/8 $10/$20 Fri. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Friday 5:30-7:30 p.m.
$20/$40
Kids, need a break from your parents? No problem! Bring your friends and have a blast at the Y with our cool counselors on Friday night! Pre-registration is required at least 48 hours in advance.
Kids Night Out is open to everyoneboth Facility Members and Community Members- so bring a friend!
NERF BATTLE NIGHT
Ages 10-14
September 26
Teens- Grab your nerf blasters and some friends and come battle each other in our Nerf Battle night. We will order pizza too.
FLOATING PUMPKIN PATCH
Ages 4-9
October 10
Bring your swimsuit and towel as we enjoy a night in our floating pumpkin patch. Participants will take a pumpkin home.
GNOME SCARECROW MAKING
Ages 4-9
November 7
Come get creative with us and make a scarecrow gnome!
KIDS CORNER
Ages 6 months-7 years
Healthy parents are happy parents. Let your child have fun at the Y while you take time for yourself to get fit. There is no need to call ahead. Parents must remain in the facility while their children are in the playroom.
Monday - Thursday 5-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for Facility Family Members
Fall 3: November 3-December 14
Registration Dates:
Facility Members: Saturday, July 26
Open Registration: Saturday, October 18
HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
• Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org
• In person by visiting the Y
• By phone by calling (815) 744-3939
THERE IS A Y IN EVERY FAMILY
FAMILY EVENTS
Family nights are held once a month and offer a great opportunity for families to come out to the Y and spend some time with each other, while also getting to know other Y families! Pre-registration is required!
OPEN TO ALL AGES
FAMILY TRIVIA DISNEY
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
6-7:30 P.M. FREE
Come test your Disney knowledge with a fun night of Disney trivia!
FAMILY SCARECROW MAKING AND SUNDAES
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14
6-7:30 P.M. FREE
Join us for a fun-filled family event featuring scarecrow making and build-your-own ice cream sundaes! Get creative together as you design and dress your very own scarecrow to take home, then treat yourselves to a sweet sundae with all your favorite toppings.
PIZZA WITH SANTA AND CANDY CANE HUNT
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12
6-7:30 P.M. FREE
Enjoy this time with family and a visitor from the North Pole. Enjoy pizza and get some time with Santa. Spend time with other families as well!
SANTA SPLASH-TACULAR!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19
5:30-7:30 P.M. FREE
Children will be able to enjoy a “Sleigh ride” with Santa around the lap pool, as well as open swim, games, and a craft.
WHERE KIDS THRIVE KID
ZONE | 2025-2026
Before and After School Youth Enrichment Program
Please see next page for income-based pricing and financial assistance information.
Apply for Financial Assistance and pay as little as $1 per month for Kid Zone.
At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. DHS funds are accepted. Financial assistance may also be available for those who do not qualify for DHS funds.
In the YMCA’s Before and After School program, kids participate in physical, learning, and imaginative activities that encourage them to explore who they are and what they can achieve. Kids have fun, make new friends, and create memories that last a lifetime.
PROGRAM HOURS:
Monday -Friday, on school days
Before School: 7 a.m.-Start of School
After School: Dismissal-6 p.m.
No PM care available on Early Dismissal Days.
The Galowich Family YMCA’s Before and After School Program serves children onsite at the following schools:
JOLIET DISTRICT 86
• Cunningham Elementary School
• Eisenhower Academy (after care only-bussed to Farragut Elementary)
• Farragut Elementary School (after care only)
• Jefferson Elementary School
• Keith Elementary School
• Pershing Elementary School (after care only)
• Sanchez Elementary School
• Sandburg Elementary School
• Singleton Elementary School
• Taft Elementary School
• Thigpen Elementary School
• Woodland Elementary School (after care only - bussed to Keith Elementary)
LARAWAY CCSD 70C
• Laraway School (after care only)
ROCKDALE DISTRICT 84
• Rockdale Elementary School (after care only)
To learn more about Kid Zone, please contact:
Tori Dutkiewicz
Before & After Care Director
Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 307
Email: tdutkiewicz@jolietymca.org
The Galowich Family YMCA’s Before and After School Program serves children from Troy CCSD 30-C at Messiah Lutheran Church, located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet. Transportation to and from school is provided by a joint partnership between Troy 30-C and the Galowich Family YMCA.
TROY CCSD 30C
• Craughwell Elementary School (after care only)
• Cronin Elementary School (after care only)
• Heritage Trail Elementary School
• Hofer Elementary (after care only)
• Shorewood Elementary School (after care only)
• Troy Middle School (after care only)
• William B. Orenic Intermediate School (after care only)
DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Serving Joliet/Minooka/Rockdale/ Troy School Districts
Offered at Galowich Family YMCA and Salvation Army
Facility Members: $47
Community Members: $62
To learn more, please contact: Tori Dutkiewicz
Before & After Care Director
Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 307
Email: tdutkiewicz@jolietymca.org
CLICK HERE TO
enrolling in the Y’s before and after school program, families can choose from the following enrollment plans.
1-2
Days Per Week
3-5 Days Per Week
a
Kid Zone monthly installment payments will be paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account or debit/credit card. Participants may start attending Kid Zone four business days after the day registration is completed.
There must be 10 registered students to run the program on-site at the elementary schools. After August 1, sites will be confirmed and families notified.
ALWAYS HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY
Child
Care Financial Assistance
At the Y, we believe that no one should be denied access to YMCA child care programs based on their inability to pay. Ensuring access for all, Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) funds are accepted and financial assistance is also available. APPLY FOR FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE TODAY
1. Check your eligibility for IDHS assistance by viewing the tables below:
2.
To be eligible, you must live in Illinois, be
or in school, have children under 13 that need care, and fall within the household income levels listed.
If your family size is larger than five, you can check your eligibility for assistance through IDHS by visiting: www.dhs.state.il.us/applications/childcareeligcalc/eligcalc.html
3. Families that qualify for assistance through IDHS will be directed to visit www.childcarehelp.com to download a Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) application. Please bring your completed application to the YMCA to have it signed before submitting it your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) Agency.
Completed applications may be submitted via email at assistance@childcarehelp.com, by mail, or in person: Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) Administrative Office 801 North Larkin Avenue, Suite 202 Joliet, Illinois 60435 Applications can be left in the blue drop box located outside of the CCR&R building.
4. Upon being approved for assistance, you will receive an approval letter from IDHS. Please bring that letter to the Y when registering your children for a YMCA child care program.
Please note: If your family is not approved for funding through IDHS, assistance may be available through the YMCA’s financial assistance fund. To learn more, please contact the Child Care Director at your local YMCA branch. Families will be required to submit a copy of their IDHS denial letter when applying for assistance through the YMCA.
BELIEVE IN YOUR POTENTIAL
Teen Achievers
One of the Y’s most beloved programs, Teen Achievers provides area high school students with the guidance and support they need to discover their identities, embrace their passions, and become their best selves.
FAMILY FUN HAPPENS HERE
Friday Family Fitness
Ages 6 and Up 6-7 p.m.
If you are looking for some family fun, look no further than the Y’s Friday Family Fitness events! This low-impact, high energy class will give you and your family an awesome workout!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
ZUMBA GLOW PARTY! November 21 Free
Mark your calendars for the ZUMBA Glow Party! Light up the night as we dance and give back! Participants are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to support local food banks. Open to the community
To learn more, please contact Membership and Wellness Director Alissa Koenig at akoenig@jolietymca.org or (815) 744-3939, ext. 335.
AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Teen REACH | After School Youth Enrichment Program
Teen REACH (Responsibility, Education, Achievement, Caring, and Hope) is a FREE after school program offered in partnership with Joliet Public School District 86. Hosted at the district’s four junior high schools, Teen REACH programming incorporates the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and includes a resource-rich curriculum that provides students with academic support, life skills education, recreational opportunities, mentorship, STEM, and service learning activities. Program Hours
Monday through Friday, on school days, from dismissal until 6 p.m. Program will not run on early dismissal days.
STAY IN THE KNOW ON THE GO
Download the YMCA On the Go App today!
All YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, receive free Basic Access included with their membership.
INSPIRING GENEROSITY
Stop by the Membership Desk and pick up a 2025 Mission Strong t-shirt by making a donation of $25 or more to the YMCA Mission Strong Fund. Your donation will help to ensure that no one is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN
Enroll in the My Y Rewards Program Today
Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, are invited to enroll in the My Y Rewards Program. Designed to support you along your health and wellness journey, you’ll earn points each time you check-in, take a class, or refer a friend to the Y. You can then redeem your points for fun Y swag and program and membership credits. And, the best part, it’s FREE!
CLICK HERE TO ENROLL
EMPOWERING TOMORROW’S INNOVATORS
LEGO CREATORS
Ages 6-10 FA2 $54/$104
Thu. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
TEEN CREATORS
Ages 11-14 FA1 $65/$130
Thu. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
MUD ART
Ages 8-14 11/11 $10/$20
Tue. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Kitchen Classes
BOOK AND COOK
Ages 3-5 FA1 $65/$130
Tue. 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Ages 3-5 FA1,FA2 $65/$130
Wed. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Ages 6-12 FA2 $65/$130
Thu. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
COFFEE CREATIONS
Ages 10-14 FA1 $65/$130
Tue. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
HOMESCHOOL KNIFE SKILLS
Ages 6-12 10/16 $10/$20
Thu. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Homeschool Families this class is for you. Join us as we teach the kids all about knife skills and safety in the kitchen.
WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS
Ages 8-14 $10/$20 6:30-7:30 p.m.
SLIME CREATIONS AUGUST 27
Workshop Wednesday this week brings your slime creation. Come create your own slime.
BEADED KEYCHAIN SEPTEMBER 10
In this class, students will learn the art of beading to create their own personalized keychains. Using a variety of beads and patterns, participants will design unique, colorful accessories that reflect their personal style.
MARBLE PAINTING SEPTEMBER 17
In this class, students will learn the art of beading to create their own personalized keychains. Using a variety of beads and patterns, participants will design unique, colorful accessories that reflect their personal style.
HALLOWEEN TYE DYE OCTOBER 15
Workshop Wednesday come create a cool Halloween themed tye dye shirt.
MANDALA ART NOVEMBER 5
In this workshop Wednesday you are going to learn about and create your own mandala art.
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE
LET’S CELEBRATE
Host your child’s next birthday party at the Y!
Pool Party: $325/$450
Gym Party: $325/$450
To learn more, please contact Tracy Wrase at (815) 782-0808 or via email at twrase@jolietymca.org
Chillaxin’ at the Y
KIDS, AGES 7 AND UP, are invited to check out our Innovation Center, which features a healthy eating kitchen, 3D printers, a sewing machine, and additional Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) equipment.
Tuesday - Thursday 5-7:30
HO HO HOLD YOUR WEIGHT CHALLENGE Challenge Yourself This Holiday Season!
November 17 - January 9
Ages 16 and Up
Cost $30
Our 8-week Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge will help you get in shape and keep the weight off during the holiday season. We have a great plan to help you adopt healthy eating and exercise habits while saying ‘No’ to those tempting holiday cravings.
Registration Opens October 13
Weigh In November 17-23
Half-Way Weigh-In December 8-14
Optional
Weigh Out January 5-9
Are you up for the challenge?
If you can maintain your weight within 2 pounds for 8 weeks (November 17-January 9), you will receive a $20 YMCA credit that can be used towards any fitness program, including personal training. If you gain more than 2 pounds during this eight-week challenge, your fee will be donated in your name to the Y’s Mission Strong Fund.
As part of this fun-filled Holiday Challenge, you will receive:
• A one-of-a-kind YMCA Holiday Challenge T-shirt
• Weekly emails with workout tips, healthy holiday recipes and special fitness challenges, designed specifically for challenge participants
Let’s have a little fun this holiday season!
TOGETHER, WE WILL HELP YOU CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON HAPPY AND HEALTHY!
GET YOUR GAME ON FALL
2025 YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE
Until August 4
$125 for Facility Members
$250 for Community Members
After August 4
$135 for Facility Members
$270 for Community Members Uniforms will not be guaranteed for those who register after August 4.
If you have any questions about Fall Youth Sports Leagues, please contact:
Zach Jarosz, Sports Manager
Email: zjarosz@jolietymca.org
Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 317
In partnership with
SOCCER LEAGUES
LEAGUE DATES:
August 11-October 25
UNIFORMS:
All participants will receive a soccer t-shirt and socks for games.
PRE-K - 8TH GRADE
Preschool/Kindergarten
Introduces children to the game of soccer.
Grades 1-2
Players begin to learn more than just the basics of soccer.
Grades 3-4*
A more competitive league for our older players.
Grades 5-6*
A more competitive league for our older players.
Grades 7-8
A more competitive league for our older players.
*Grades 3-6 may be combined.
Games:
7 game season. Games beginning the week of September 1 and will be played on Friday evenings, Saturdays mornings, and occasional weeknight games at Joliet Junior College and the Galowich Family YMCA.
Practices:
Once per week, beginning the week of August 18. Practices will be held at a location TBD.
Preseason Clinics
Preseason clinics are available to all registered Youth Soccer participants at no cost. Pre-registration is requested. Clinic dates and locations are TBD.
NFL FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE
LEAGUE DATES: August 11-October 25
CO-ED AGE DIVISIONS: 4-6 years old 7-9 years old
10-12 years old
13-14 years old
PRACTICES AND GAMES
Clinics will be held the week of August 11. Practices begin the week of August 18. Games will be played primarily on Friday evenings/Saturday mornings beginning the week of September 1. Occasional games may be held on weeknights. Practices and games will be held at a location TBD. Ages 4-6 will play 7 regular season games. Ages 7 and up will play 6 regular season games and at least 1 playoff game.
*Leagues may be merged with the C.W. Avery Family YMCA and Morris Hospital YMCA with games played in Plainfield and Morris.
PRESEASON CLINICS
Preseason clinics are available to all registered NFL FLAG Football participants at no cost. Pre-registration is requested. Clinic dates and locations are TBD.
OFFICIAL NFL GEAR
All participants will receive an NFL jersey and flag belt. Mouthguards are required and gloves are recommended. Rubber cleats are recommended, but gym shoes are also allowed. Metal cleats are not allowed. Participants are asked to wear pants/shorts that do not have pockets while competing in games.
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE
JUNIOR WOLVES DANCE TEAM
August 10-October 25 | Ages 5-14 $65/$98
The YMCA is teaming up with our partners at Joliet Junior College (JJC) this fall to offer a new co-ed dance team for kids, ages 5-14! Led by experienced cheer and dance staff, this enthusiastic program will teach aspiring dancers of all skill levels a mix of cheers, jumps, and dance routines.
Practices will be held once a week beginning Wednesday, August 13, leading up to the YMCA’s NFL FLAG Football season. Game performances will be held once a week during the flag football season. All practices and games will take place at the JJC Event Center. Each dancer will receive a t-shirt and socks to wear on game days. They should wear black pants or shorts (weather dependent) with black shoes.
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES TEAMWORK HAPPENS HERE
When kids play sports, they get more than just exercise.
The Y Youth Sports program maximizes the positive effects of playing sports by emphasizing healthy competition and promoting teamwork.
The Y focuses on the life lessons that can be learned from sports, and coaches strive to instill a positive self-image in each player.
DIVISIONS:
CO-ED DIVISIONS:
Grades Pre K-12
Girls’ Divisions:
Grades 3-4, 5-6
*In order for competitions to run in the Girls’ Divisions, a minimum number of participants must be enrolled. The Y will determine if these divisions will be able to run by November 13, and families will be notified.
Practices and games will be played at the YMCA or local schools. Grades Pre K- 6th will play games on Saturdays at the Galowich Family YMCA and other community partner locations. Grades 7-8 and the High School Division will play on Tuesday evenings at a Plainfield school and on Saturdays at a Joliet school.
IMPORTANT DATES:
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE
Early Bird Pricing Through September 22
September 23-November 10
After November 10
Uniforms will not be guaranteed for those who register after November 10.
$90/$180
$95/$190
$100/$200
Games begin the week of January 12
To learn more, please contact Zach Jarosz, Sports Manager
Email: zjarosz@jolietymca.org
Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 317
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR THE CO-ED DIVISION
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR THE GIRLS’ DIVISION
SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE ALL AGES
Session Session Dates
Fall 1
Fall 2
Fall 3
August 25-September 28
September 29-November 2
November 3-December 14
Swim Stages Early Bird Price
Early Bird Deadline
Monday, August 18
Monday, September 22
Monday, October 27
Price After Deadline
Parent-Child, Pre-School, Youth, Teen/Adult FA1, FA2, FA3 $55/$110 FA1, FA2, FA3 $62/$117
Pre-Conditioning FA1, FA2, FA3 $79/$158 FA1, FA2, FA3 $86/$165 Conditioning FA1, FA2, FA3 $79/$158 FA1, FA2, FA3 $86/$165
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE
WEEKLY CLASSES:
Aquatics
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION COURSE
Ages 15 and Up 11/28 $170/$200 Fri. 8a.m.-5:30 p.m.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING
Ages 15 and Up 11/24-11/26 $235/$260 Mon.-Wed. 8a.m.-5:30 p.m.
HOMESCHOOL SWIM
Blue/Advance Swimmers
Ages 4-14 FA1, FA2, FA3 $55/$110 Thu. 10:30-11:30am
Red/Beginner swimmers
Ages 4-14 FA1, FA2, FA3 $55/$110 Thu. 11am-noon
Yellow/Intermediate swimmers
Ages 4-14 FA1, FA2, FA3 $55/$110 Thu. 11am-noon
The Galowich Family YMCA reserves the right to adjust swim lesson schedules based on enrollment.
STAGE 7 SESSION DATES & FEES
Session Session Dates Weeks Early Bird Deadline
Fall 1 August 25-September 28 5 Monday, August 18
Fall 2 September 29-November 2 5 Monday, September 22
Fall 3 November 3-December 14 5 Monday, October 27
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are available. Instructors can be requested, however, availability may vary.
30 minutes each As arranged 4 lesson package $110/$220
SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Two or more students of the same swimming ability may request semi-private lessons with our expert instructors. Instructors may be requested, however availability may vary.
30 minutes each As arranged 4 lesson package $68/$136
ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
Our adaptive swim lesson program is designed for children with special needs. The goal of this program is to provide basic water instruction and water safety skills in a therapeutic manner with the needs of each individual participant in mind.
30 minutes each As arranged 4 lesson package $85/$170 Private, Semi-Private and Adaptive Swim lessons may be requested online. Participants will be called from the list as instructors have lesson availability.
Questions can be directed to: Aquatics Director Catie Wallis at (815) 782-0806 or via email at cwallis@jolietymca.org
SWIMMING FURTHER FASTER
The JETS swim clinic is a great opportunity to spend time with the JETS coaches learning new skills and getting an idea of what the team is like. Throughout the clinic, coaches also evaluate swimmers to determine if they meet criteria to be placed on the team. If swimmers do not meet the criteria to join, the YMCA offers swim lesson programs to develop skills.
To participate in the clinic, swimmers must be able to safely swim 25 yards, comfortable with their face in the water. Spots for the team are limited. Clinic registration at a site does not guarantee practice site for the upcoming season.
To learn more about the JETS Swim Team, please contact: Dave Hedden, Director of Competitive Aquatics (815) 267-8600 | dhedden@jolietymca.org www.jetsyswimteam.org
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
CANDLE LIGHT YOGA
Ages 18 and Up 11/7 12/5 $5 Fri. 6-7 p.m.
TOUR DE BRUNCH
Ages 18 and Up 9/26 Free Fri. 10-11 a.m.
THE MORNING TOAST
Ages 18 and Up 11/21 Free Fri. 10-11 a.m.
Active Adults
WILD WEST HOEDOWN
Ages 50 and Up 9/19 $20 Fri. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA TOUR
BUS RIDER
Ages 50 and Up 8/29 Free Fri. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
DRIVE YOUR OWN WAY
Ages 50 and Up 8/29 Free Fri. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA TOUR
BUS RIDER
Ages 50 and Up 11/7 Free Fri. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
DRIVE YOUR OWN WAY
Ages 50 and Up 11/7 Free Fri. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Fab 50 Crafters
FALL FRIDAY CRAFT
Ages 50 and Up 9/12 Free Fri. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
PUMPKIN PAINTING
Ages 50 and Up 10/9 Free Fri. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
MANDALA ART STONES
Ages 50 and Up 10/14 Free Tue. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
GLASS ART PAINTING
Ages 50 and Up 11/6 Free Thu. 12:30-2 p.m.
COASTER MAKING
Ages 50 and Up 11/14 Free Fri. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
WELLNESS CENTER CERTIFICATIONS
This course is required for teens aged 13 to 15 who wish to access our wellness centers. It is designed to provide a comprehensive and informative session so teens can properly utilize strength and cardiovascular equipment. The fee is $20, and parents are needed for the paperwork.
PERSONAL TRAINING
One on One Personal Training Packages | Ages 16 and up
Group Of Two Personal Training Packages | Ages 16 and up | Prices are per person.
Larger Personal Training packages and flexible payment plans available on packages of 12 or more. To learn more about Wellness programs, please contact: Health and Wellness Director Alissa Koenig at (815) 744-3939, ext. 335 or via email at akoenig@jolietymca.org
FIT4U
Free for Facility Members!
If you are looking to start a new fitness routine and don’t know where to start, or if you have taken a break from exercise and want to get back on track, this FREE program is for you! The Y’s Fit4U program offers guidance, knowledge, and motivation to help you lead a healthier lifestyle and become more physically active. This comprehensive 4-week introductory program will introduce you to the Wellness Center amenities, help you set goals, and design a workout program that works best for you. Each appointment will introduce you to a new element of fitness under the guidance of a Wellness Attendant.
PART 1: GETTING STARTED AND BASELINE TESTS
During this opening session, we will assess your current fitness level, set goals, get body composition (if requested), and complete our Fit4U questionnaire. You will have the opportunity to get set up on the YMCA on the Go App and begin orientation on any cardiovascular equipment (treadmills, ellipticals and bikes) that interests you.
PART 2: CARDIO REVIEW AND UPPER BODY STRENGTH
This session will reinforce the basics of using cardio equipment and add instruction of upper body strength equipment based on your fitness goals.
PART 3: LOWER BODY STRENGTH TRAINING
The third session will introduce lower body strength equipment based on your fitness goals and review progress on your new fitness schedule.
PART 4: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
In this closing session, we will review and answer any additional questions related to cardio or strength equipment, workout progressions, and Personal Training options.
Members who complete all 4 sessions will be entered into a raffle for a free personal training session.