WHERE GREAT THINGS HAPPEN
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA
WINTER 1 AND 2 SESSION PROGRAMS
WINTER 1 AND 2 Session Programs
SESSION DATES
Winter 1: January 5- February 1
4 weeks of programming
Registration Begins:
Facility Members: November 29
Open Registration: December 6
Winter 2: February 2-March 8 5 weeks of programming
Registration Begins: Facility Members: November 29
Open Registration: January 17
• By phone by calling (815) 744-3939 Winter
• Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org
• In person by visiting the Y
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Youth Wellness
HOMESCHOOL GYM
Ages 4-14
WI1 $52/$104
Thu. 10-10:45 a.m.
Ages 4-14
WI2 $65/$130
Thu. 10-10:45 a.m.
JUNIOR STRENGTH TRAINING
Ages 9-14
WI1 $52/$104
Tue. 5-5:45 p.m.
Ages 9-14
WI2 $65/$130
Tue. 5-5:45 p.m.
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
SPRING YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
Preschool, Grades K-8
NFL FLAG Football
Junior Wolves Dance Team
REGISTRATION OPENS IN JANUARY
In partnership with
KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Ages 4-9 $20/$40 Friday 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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 everyone- both Facility Members and Community Members- so bring a friend!
WINTER SNOWGLOBE FUN
Friday, January 16
GYM TIME BOUNCE HOUSE FUN
Friday, February 13
LEPRECHAUN SHENANIGANS
Friday, March 6
THERE IS A Y IN EVERY FAMILY FAMILY EVENTS
Open to all ages
Pre-registration is required, but the event is free and open to the community - so bring a friend along!
FAMILY CUPCAKE DECORATING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20
6:30-7:30 P.M. FREE
Come meet and mingle with other Y families. Test your skills at cupcake decorating. We will have all the items you need to come and make your own creation, while meeting other families from the Y!
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 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
WHERE KIDS THRIVE Kid
Zone
Before and After School Youth Enrichment Program
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.
Serving Joliet/Minooka/Rockdale/Troy School Districts
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.
Kid Zone registration for the 2026-2027 school year begins on April 11 for Facility Members and on April 18 for Community Members.
DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Facility Members: $48
Community Members: $63
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.
SUMMER DAY CAMP
Kids love us — and their parents do too!
At the Y, we provide a safe, affordable and fun day camp for youth and teens in grades K-8. YMCA Summer Camp offers kids a chance to have fun while building a healthy spirit, mind and body. Campers will enjoy a summer full of water fun, weekly field trips, sports, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts and more. Plus they get to...
• Make new friends
• Get messy
• Learn funny songs
• Have lots of FUN Registration begins March 14 for Facility Members and March 21 for Community Members.
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To learn more about Kid Zone, please contact Before & After Care Director Tori Dutkiewicz at (815) 744-3939, ext. 307 or tdutkiewicz@jolietymca.org Generously
To learn more, please contact Before & After Care Director Tori Dutkiewicz at (815) 744-3939, ext. 307 or tdutkiewicz@jolietymca.org
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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
or
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.
AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Kitchen Classes
NO BAKE...IT’S A PIECE OF CAKE
Ages 7-11 WI1 $54/$108 Mon. 6-7 p.m.
Chillaxin’ at the Y
Chill out and relax at the Innovation Center.
Tuesday - Thursday 5-7:30 p.m.
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.
WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS
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. See Days Out Of School page for more information
Join us as we create our own personal wood signs. We will create a sign for you to take home and hang where you want!
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE
Saturday
February 28, 2026
6 p.m. – Midnight
$175 per person
Formal attire desired
Bolingbrook Golf Club
2001 Rodeo Drive
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
Generously presented by
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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.
TEEN ACHIEVERS WORKSHOP
EXPLORING A CAREER IN THE SKILLED TRADES
Ages 14-19 Free Wednesday, January 28 10a.m.-Noon Workshop Location: Joliet Junior College - Event Center
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Participants will gain valuable resources to help them prepare for their futures while hearing directly from industry professionals who can guide them toward successful careers in the trades. Free and open to the community. Refreshments will be served.
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SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE
AGES
Session Session Dates
Weeks Early Bird Deadline
Winter 1 January 5 - February 1 4 Monday, December 29
Winter 2 February 2 - March 8 5 Monday, January 26
Swim Stages Early Bird Price
Parent-Child, Pre-School, Youth, Teen/Adult
W1 $47/$94 W2 $59/$118
Pre-Conditioning W1 $66/$132 W2 $83/$166
Conditioning W1 $66/$132 W2 $83/$166
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Price After Deadline
W1 $54/$101 W2 $66/$125
W1 $73/$139 W2 $90/$173
W1 $73/$139 W2 $90/$173
Aquatics
HOMESCHOOL SWIM
Red/Beginner swimmers
Ages 4-14 WI1
Ages 4-14
Yellow/Intermediate swimmers
Ages 4-14
Blue/Advance Swimmers
Ages 4-14
The Galowich Family YMCA reserves the right to adjust swim lesson schedules based on
STAGE 7 SESSION DATES & FEES
Session Session Dates Weeks Early Bird Deadline
Winter 1 January 5 - February 1 4 Monday, December 29
Winter 2 February 2 - March 8 5 Monday, January 26
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 $130/$260
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 $80/$140
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
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INSPIRING
Stop by the Membership Desk and pick up a 2026 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.
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.
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
BRUNCH BUNCH
Ages 18 and Up Free Fridays 10-11 a.m.
Join us for our Brunch Bunch, where our Y members are invited to bring their favorite brunch dish and converse. Come and contribute to the spread, while experiencing the warmth of building friendships.
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.
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. Sessions
Available to first time personal training clients only.
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
MY Y REWARDS PROGRAM
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!
1. Click “Join Program.”
2. Scroll down to “Don’t have an account?” and click “JOIN.”
3. Enter your email address and click “Sign Up.” Please be sure to use the same email that’s tied to your YMCA membership account in order to earn points.
4. Check your email for a confirmation message and click “Complete Registration.”
5. Once you’re redirected to the My Y Rewards site, enter your first and last name, create your password, and click “Sign Up.”