2024 Galowich Family YMCA Winter 1 and 2 Session Programs

WHERE GREAT THINGS HAPPEN GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

WINTER 1 AND 2 SESSION PROGRAMS GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

749 Houbolt Road | Joliet, IL 60431 (815) 744-3939 | www.jolietymca.org

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1: January 8- February 4 WINTER 1 AND 2 Winter 4 weeks of programming

Session Programs SESSION DATES

Registration Begins: Facility Members: December 2 Open Registration: December 9

Winter 1 will be a modified 4-week session.

Program/Class fees will be adjusted accordingly.

Ages 4-9

$15/$30

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! Join us for a variety of activities such as games, sports, movies, and arts & crafts. Refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required 48 hours in advance. Kids Night Out is open to non-members, so invite a friend! ¡Haz diferentes slimes y desafíate unos a otros en nuestras olimpiadas de slime! ¿Quién es el limo que puede estirarse más?

Se invitar refrigerios.

WINTER WONDERLAND Friday, January 19

SLIME OLYMPICS

Friday, February 16

5:30-7:30 p.m.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

5 weeks of programming Registration Begins: Facility Members: December 2 Open Registration: January 20

HOW TO REGISTER • Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org • In person by visiting the Y FOR PROGRAMS • By phone by calling (815) 744-3939

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT KIDS’ NIGHT OUT

Winter 2: February 5-March 10

Education and Fun CREATIVE MOVEMENT & DANCE Ages 4-6 W1 $44/$88 Mon. 4:45-5:15 p.m.

Ages 7-9 W1 $44/$88 Mon. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Ages 4-6 W2 $55/$110 Mon. 4:45-5:15 p.m.

Ages 7-9 W2 $55/$110 Mon. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

LEGO ADVENTURES Ages 4-6 W1 $40/$80 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Ages 4-6 W2 $50/$100 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

MUSIC MAKERS Ages 6-9 W1 $40/$80 Wed. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Ages 6-9 W2 $50/$100 Wed. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

NO BAKE...IT’S A PIECE OF CAKE Ages 7-11 W1 $40/$80 Mon. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

STEM STARS Ages 7-11 W2 $50/$100 Mon. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

THERE IS A Y IN EVERY FAMILY

FAMILY FITNESS EVENTS 6-7 p.m.

Cost: $5 per person

WERQ PARTY Friday, January 12 18 and Up This is a fun and upbeat dance party that uses Hip Hop and Top 40 hits to motivate you to dance your way to fitness!

POUND PARTY Friday, February 9 13 and Up If you are looking to channel your inner Rockstar, look no further than the Y’s Friday Family Series event! This high energy drumming class will give you an awesome workout!

FAMILY ZUMBA PARTY Friday, March 8 6 and Up This low-impact, high energy Zumba class will give you and your family an awesome workout!

To learn more, please contact Health and Wellness Director Alissa Koenig at akoenig@jolietymca.org or (815) 744-3939, ext. 335.

Youth Fitness

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

KIDS CORNER Ages 6 months-9 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.

Saturday 9-11 a.m.

Cost: Free for Facility Family Members

JUNIOR STRENGTH TRAINING Ages 9-12 W1 $44/$88 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Ages 9-12 W2 $55/$110 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

LET’S CELEBRATE Host your child’s next birthday party at the Y! Pool Party: $250/$350 Inflatable Pool Party: $275/$375 Gym Party: $250/$350 E-Sports Party: $275/$375 NEW To learn more, please contact Catie Wallis at (815) 782-0806 or via email at cwallis@jolietymca.org

WHERE KIDS THRIVE

and After School Kid Zone | Before 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.

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.

See Days Out Of School page for more information.

The Galowich Family YMCA’s Before and After School Program serves children onsite at the following schools:

JOLIET DISTRICT 86 • Culbertson Elementary School • Cunningham Elementary School • Eisenhower Academy (after care only - bused to Farragut Elementary) • Farragut Elementary School (after care only) • Jefferson Elementary School • Keith Elementary School • Marshall Elementary School (after care only)

• Pershing Elementary School (after care only) • Sanchez Elementary School • Sandburg Elementary School • Singleton Elementary School • Taft Elementary School • Thigpen Elementary School • Woodland Elementary School

ROCKDALE DISTRICT 84 • Rockdale School (after care only)

The Galowich Family YMCA’s Before and After School Program serves select schools from Troy CCSD 30C. Troy Transportation provides bus service to the Kid Zone program site.

TROY CCSD 30C • Heritage Trail Elementary School • Troy Middle School (after care only) • William B. Orenic Intermediate 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

2024-25 school year registration begins April 20, 2024.

Contact Brooke Hall for current school year registration at bhall@jolietymca.org.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE 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.

MONTHLY PROGRAM RATES The YMCA’s Kid Zone program is designed to meet the needs of local families. When enrolling in the Y’s before and after school program, families can choose from the following enrollment plans.

1-2 DAYS PER WEEK Facility Member Pricing Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$145 $185 $230

Community Member Pricing Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$185 $225 $270

3-5 DAYS PER WEEK Facility Member Pricing Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$280 $320 $360

Community Member Pricing Before School Only After School Only Before and After School

$320 $360 $400

Plus a one-time annual $45 non-refundable registration fee per family.

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 4, sites will be confirmed and families notified.

ALWAYS HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY State Illinois State of of Illinois State of Illinois Department Human Services Department of of Human Services Department of Human Services

Child Care Financial Assistance

IMPORTANT PARENT COPAYMENT INFORMATION IMPORTANT PARENT COPAYMENT INFORMATION IMPORTANT PARENT COPAYMENT INFORMATION

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The parent co-payment amounts are listed below.

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Check your eligibility for IDHS assistance by viewing the tables below:

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Maximum Monthly Income and Monthly Co-Pay by Family Size and Income Level at Time of New Application.

Maximum Monthly Income and Monthly Co-Pay Family Size and Income Level Time New Application.

Maximum Monthly Income and Monthly Co-Pay byby Family Size and Income Level at at Time of of New Application.

Maximum Monthly Income and Monthly Co-Pay by Family Size

Family Size Family Size Family Size 2 22

Family Size Family Size Family Size 3 33

Family Size 5

Family Size Family Size Family Size 4 44

Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Income Monthly Co-Pay Income Monthly Co-Pay - 1,643 - 1,643 $0$0 -$0 1,643 1,644 - 1,808 1,644 - 1,808 1,644 - 1,808 1,809 - 1,972 1,809 - 1,972 1,809 - 1,972 1,973 - 2,136 1,973 - 2,136 1,973 - 2,136 2,137 2,301 2,137 - -2,301 2,137 - 2,301 2,302 - 2,465 2,302 - 2,465 2,302 - 2,465 2,466 - 2,629 2,466 - 2,629 2,466 - 2,629 2,630 - 2,794 2,630 - 2,794 2,630 - 2,794 2,795 - 2,958 2,795 2,958 2,795 - 2,958 2,959 - 3,122 2,959 - 3,122 2,959 - 3,122 3,123 - 3,287 3,123 - 3,287 3,123 - 3,287 3,288 - 3,451 3,288 - 3,451 3,288 - 3,451 3,452 - 3,615 3,452 - 3,615 3,452 - 3,615 3,616 - 3,698 3,616 - 3,698 3,616 - 3,698

$1.00 $1.00 $1.00 17.00 17.00 17.00 38.00 38.00 38.00 62.00 62.00 62.00 89.00 89.00 89.00 119.00 119.00 119.00 153.00 153.00 153.00 190.00 190.00 190.00 201.00 201.00 201.00 213.00 213.00 213.00 224.00 224.00 224.00 236.00 236.00 236.00 247.00 247.00 247.00 256.00 256.00 256.00

- 2,072 - 2,072 $0$0-$0 2,072 2,073 - 2,279 2,073 - 2,279 2,073 - 2,279 2,280 - 2,486 2,280 - 2,486 2,280 - 2,486 2,487 - 2,693 2,487 2,693 2,487 - 2,693 2,694 - 2,900 2,694 - 2,900 2,694 - 2,900 2,901 - 3,108 2,901 - 3,108 2,901 - 3,108 3,109 - 3,315 3,109 - 3,315 3,109 - 3,315 3,316 - 3,522 3,316 - 3,522 3,316 - 3,522 3.523 - 3,729 3.523 3,729 3.523 - 3,729 3,730 - 3,936 3,730 - 3,936 3,730 - 3,936 3,937 - 4,143 3,937 - 4,143 3,937 - 4,143 4,144 - 4,351 4,144 - 4,351 4,144 - 4,351 4,352 - 4,558 4,352 - 4,558 4,352 - 4,558 4,559 - 4,661 4,559- 4,661 - 4,661 4,559

$1.00 $1.00 $1.00 22.00 22.00 22.00 48.00 48.00 48.00 78.00 78.00 78.00 112.00 112.00 112.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 193.00 193.00 193.00 239.00 239.00 239.00 254.00 254.00 254.00 268.00 268.00 268.00 283.00 283.00 283.00 297.00 297.00 297.00 312.00 312.00 312.00 323.00 323.00 323.00

- 2,500 - 2,500 $0$0-$0 2,500 2,501 - 2,750 2,501 - 2,750 2,501 - 2,750 2,751 - 3,000 2,751 - 3,000 2,751 - 3,000 3,001 - 3,250 3,001 3,250 3,001 - 3,250 3,251 - 3,500 3,251 - 3,500 3,251 - 3,500 3,501 - 3,750 3,501 - 3,750 3,501 - 3,750 3,751 - 4,000 3,751 - 4,000 3,751 - 4,000 4,001 - 4,250 4,001 - 4,250 4,001 - 4,250 4,251 - 4,500 4,251 4,500 4,251 - 4,500 4,501 - 4,750 4,501 - 4,750 4,501 - 4,750 4,751 - 5,000 4,751 - 5,000 4,751 - 5,000 5,001 - 5,250 5,001 - 5,250 5,001 - 5,250 5,251 - 5,500 5,251 - 5,500 5,251 - 5,500 5,501 - 5,625 5,501- 5,625 - 5,625 5,501

$1.00 $1.00 $1.00 26.00 26.00 26.00 58.00 58.00 58.00 94.00 94.00 94.00 135.00 135.00 135.00 181.00 181.00 181.00 233.00 233.00 233.00 289.00 289.00 289.00 306.00 306.00 306.00 324.00 324.00 324.00 341.00 341.00 341.00 359.00 359.00 359.00 376.00 376.00 376.00 389.00 389.00 389.00

Income can extend to the following ranges the time of Redetermination and qualify a new 12-month eligibility period Income can extend the following ranges at at the time Redetermination and qualify a new 12-month eligibility period Income can extend to to the following ranges at the time of of Redetermination and qualify forfor afor new 12-month eligibility period

Family Size Family Size 3 Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size 2 22 Family Size Size 4 44 To be eligible, you must live in Illinois, be employed or3in3school, have childrenFamily under 13 that need Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Income Monthly Co-Pay care, and fall within theCo-Pay household income levels listed.

Family S

Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay $0 - 2,928 2,929 - 3,221 3,222 - 3,514 3,515 - 3,807 3,808 - 4,100 4,101 - 4,393 4,394 - 4,685 4,686 - 4,978 4,979 - 5,271 5,272 - 5,564 5,565 - 5,857 5,858 - 6,150 6,151 - 6,442 6,443 - 6,589

$1.00 31.00 67.00 110.00 158.00 212.00 272.00 338.00 359.00 379.00 400.00 420.00 441.00 456.00

Monthly Income M $0 - 3,357 3,358 - 3,692 3,693 - 4,028 4,029 - 4,364 4,365 - 4,699 4,700 - 5,035 5,036 - 5,371 5,372 - 5,706 5,707 - 6,042 6,043 - 6,378 6,379 - 6,713 6,714 - 7,049 7,050 - 7,385 7,386 - 7,553

Income can extend to the following ran Tables last updated, July 2023and qualify for a new 12-m $262.00 $4,662 $330.00 $5,626 $398.00 $3,699 - 3,780 $4,662 - 4,765 $5,626 - 5,750 $262.00 $330.00 $398.00 $3,699 - 3,780 $4,662 - 4,765 $5,626 - 5,750 $262.00 $330.00 $398.00 $3,699 - 3,780 - 4,765 - 5,750 Family Size 5 Family S 270.00 341.00 411.00 3,781 - 3,944 4,766 - 4,972 5,751 - 6,000 270.00 341.00 411.00 3,781 - 3,944 4,766 - 4,972 5,751 - 6,000 270.00 341.00 411.00 3,781 - 3,944 4,766 - 4,972 5,751 - 6,000 282.00 355.00 429.00 3,945 - 4,108 4,973 - 5,179 6,001 - 6,250 282.00 355.00 429.00 3,945 - 4,108 4,973 - 5,179 6,001 - 6,250 Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income M 282.00 355.00 429.00 3,945 4,108 4,973 5,179 6,001 6,250 If your family size is larger293.00 than five, you can- 5,386 check your eligibility for assistance through IDHS by visiting: 293.00 370.00 446.00 4,109 - 4,273 5,180 - 5,386 6,251 - 6,500 370.00 446.00 4,109 - 4,273 5,180 6,251 - 6,500 293.00 370.00 446.00 4,109 - 4,273 5,180 - 5,386 6,251 - 6,500 $7,554 - 7,720 305.00 384.00 464.00 4,274 - 4,437 5,387 - 5,594 6,501 - 6,750 305.00 384.00 464.00 4,274 - 4,437 5,387 - 5,594 6,501 - 6,750 $6,590 - 6,735 $466.00 305.00 384.00 464.00 4,274 - 4,437 5,387 - 5,594 6,501 - 6,750 www.dhs.state.il.us/applications/childcareeligcalc/eligcalc.html 314.00 395.00 477.00 4,438 - 4,519 5,595 - 5,697 6,751 - 6,875 314.00 395.00 477.00 4,438 - 4,519 5,595 - 5,697 6,751 - 6,875 7,721 - 8,056 314.00 395.00 477.00 4,438 - 4,519 5,595 - 5,697 6,751 - 6,875 6,736 - 7,028 482.00 8,057 - 8,392 Family Income in the following ranges the time of redetermination will result in a 3-month eligibility extension, known 7,029 - 7,321 a Child 502.00 Family Income inqualify the following ranges atat the time of redetermination will result in a 3-month eligibility extension, known Family Income in the following ranges at the time of redetermination will result in a 3-month eligibility extension, known asasas Families that for assistance through IDHS will be directed to visit www.childcarehelp.com to download Care a Graduated Phase Out for more information, see CCAP Policy 02.03.01 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=10568 a Graduated Phase Out for more information, CCAP Policy 02.03.01 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=10568 a Graduated Phase Out for more information, seesee CCAP Policy 02.03.01 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=10568 7,322 - 7,614 523.00 8,393 - 8,727 Assistance Program (CCAP) application.Family Please bring your completedFamily application to the YMCA to have signed before543.00 7,615 it- 7,907 8,728 - 9,063 Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size Family Size 2 22 Size 3 33 Size 4 44 7,908 - 8,053 559.00 9,064 - 9,231 submitting it to your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) Agency.

Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay $4,520 - 5,113 $314.00 $5,698 $5,698 - 6,316 $395.00 $6,876 $6,876 - 7,519 $477.00 $4,520 - 5,113 $314.00 $5,698 - 6,316 $395.00 $6,876 - 7,519 $477.00 $4,520 - 5,113 $314.00 - 6,316 $395.00 - 7,519 $477.00 Family Income in the following ranges at the time of extension, known as a Graduated Phase Out for Completed applications may be submitted via email at assistance@childcarehelp.com, by mail, or in person: IL444-3455B (R-05-23) Important Parent Copayment Information IL444-3455B (R-05-23) Important Parent Copayment Information IL444-3455B (R-05-23) Important Parent Copayment Information Page 1 of Page 1 of 66 Page 1 of 6 https://www.dhs.state.il.us Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois -0Copies Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois -0Copies Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois -0- Copies

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Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) Administrative Office 801 North Larkin Avenue, Suite 202 Joliet, Illinois 60435

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Monthly Income Monthly Co-Pay $8,054 - 8,722

$559.00

Monthly Income M $9,232 - 9,925

Applications can be left in the blue drop box located outside of the CCR&R building.

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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 IL444-3455B (R-05-23) Important Parent assistance fund. To learn more, please contact the Child Care Director at your local YMCA branch. Families will be required to Copayment Information Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois -0- Copi submit a copy of their IDHS denial letter when applying for assistance through the YMCA.

AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCES DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL - 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR Joliet/Minooka/Rockdale/Troy School Districts The Galowich Family YMCA offers programs for children when school is not in session. Whether it’s an Institute Day or Holiday Break, your child is invited to join the Y and kids from all of our Kid Zone and Teen REACH sites for days full of fun and adventure.

Children, in grades K-8, may be dropped off at the Galowich Family Y as early as 7 a.m. and picked up as late as 6 p.m. All participants should dress for the weather, bring a sack lunch, a drink, snacks, swimsuit and a towel. Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Fees are non-refundable.

Registration deadline is 48 hours prior to the day off school.

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.

Registration is now underway for October 2023 through January 2024. Registration for February 2024 through April 2024 opens on December 2 for YMCA Facility Members and on December 9 for Community Members.

FEES Facility Members: $42 Community Members: $57

TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE CONTACT: Tori Dutkiewicz Before & After Care Director Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 307 Email: tdutkiewicz@jolietymca.org

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

J = Joliet M = Minooka R = Rockdale T = Troy October 6 M/R/T January 2-5 October 9 All Districts January 8 January 15 November 10 J November 20-21 J/T February 19 November 22 All Districts March 1 December 22 M/T March 4 December 26-29 All Districts March 22 March 25-29 April 1

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EXCITING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCES

INNOVATION CENTER

Kids, ages 10 and up, are invited to check out our new Innovation Center, which features a healthy eating kitchen, 3D printers, a sewing machine, and additional Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) equipment.

PAINT-A-PALOOZA! Ages 10-14 Mon. ROBO CODE Ages 10-14 Tue. E-SPORTS Ages 10-14 Mon. 3D PRINTING Ages 10-14 Tue.

W1 $48/$96 6:30-7:15 p.m.

W1 $48/$96 6:30-7:15 p.m.

W2 $60/$120 6:30-7:15 p.m.

W2 $60/$120 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Chillaxin’ at the Y Chill out and relax at the Innovation Center.

Tuesday - Thursday 5-7:30 p.m.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS Ages 10-14 6:30-7:45 p.m.

$10/$20

3D PRINT IT JANUARY 17 Have you ever wondered how a 3D printer works? Sign up for this workshop and learn all about the 3D printer and make your own cool creation as well!

CASH FLOW FOR KIDS FEBUARY 21 Come join us for a night of learning all about assets and liabilities! We will be playing the board game Cash Flow for Kids.

This a great way for teens to start learning about budgeting their money!

Teen REACH

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTER’S TRAINING Ages 11-15 1/15, 2/19 $80/$160 Mon. 10 a.m-2 p.m.

Participants in this class will learn the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care to infant and school age children in the absence of parents. Emphasis will be placed on safety and safe play, first aid and developing skills in leadership and professionalism. Each participant will take home their own training manual and materials.

Participants should bring a lunch.

NEW!

E-SPORTS BIRTHDAY PARTIES NOW AVAILABLE!

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

To learn more, please contact Catie Wallis at (815) 782-0806 or via email at cwallis@jolietymca.org

TEEN LATE NIGHT Ages 10-17 Fridays

$20/$40 6-9 p.m.

Grab your friends and come to the Y for a night of relaxing fun. Come hang out in our Innovation Center playing video games, 3D printing, silhouette printing and much more!

Pre-registration is required 48 hours in advance. Teen Late Night is open to nonmembers, so invite a friend!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

BELIEVE IN YOUR POTENTIAL Teen Achievers

DODGEBALL January 12 Duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way into the Y for a fun game of dodgeball!

WIPEOUT Febuary 9 Race your friends across the inflatable obstacle course across the pool. Members are encouraged to review the pool rules prior to registering.

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE.

After School Youth Enrichment Program

MARCH MADNESS March 8 Dribble your way to the Y and have a night filled with basketball fun!

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.

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SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE ALL AGES

Aquatics

Session

Session Dates

Early Bird Deadline

Winter 1

January 8 - February 4

Tuesday, January 2

Winter 2

February 5 - March 10

Monday, January 29

Swim Stages

Early Bird Price

Price After Deadline

Parent-Child, Pre-School, Youth, Teen/Adult

W1 $42/$84 W2 $52/$104

W1 $49/98 W2 $59/$111

Pre-Conditioning

W1 $39/$78 W2 $49/$98

W1 $46/85 W2 $56/$105

Conditioning

W1 $60/$120 W2 $75/$150

W1 $67/$127 W2 $80/$157

TEEN/AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING 15 and Up 1/8-1/10 $235/$260 Mon./Tue./Wed. 9:30-3:30 p.m.

HOME SCHOOL SWIM LESSONS Ages 4-14 W1 $42/$84 Thu. 11-12pm Ages 4-14 W2 $52/$104 Thu. 11-12pm AMERICAN RED CROSS FIRST AID, CPR, AND AED TRAINING 12 and Up $55/$80 Monday, January 22 5-8 p.m.

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE. Parent-Child Swim Lesson Stage Age Range

A

B

Pre-School 1

2

6 mo-2

2-5

3-5

3-5

X

X

X

X

3

3-5

Youth 4

3-5

1

2

3

Teen/Adult 4

Basics

Advance

X

X

X

X

X

6-12

6-12

6-14

6-14

5:25-5:55 p.m.

X

X

X

X

6-6:30 p.m.

X

X

X*

X*

X

X

5

6

6-14

6-14

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

12-up

12-up

Monday 4:50-5:20 p.m.

Tuesday 4:50-5:20 p.m.

X*

X*

5:25-5:55 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

X*

X*

4:50-5:20 p.m.

X

X

5:25-5:55 p.m.

X

X

X

Wednesday

6-6:30 p.m.

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X X

X

X

X

X

Thursday 4:50-5:20 p.m.

X

5:25-5:55 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

X

X X

X

X

X

X

X X

X

Saturday 9:30-10:00 a.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

X X

X

X

X

* Swim lessons offered in Spanish / Clases de natación ofrecidas en español.

The Galowich Family YMCA reserves the right to adjust swim lesson schedules based on enrollment.

X

X X

X

SWIM LESSON GRADUATE TRACKS | STAGE 7 Session

Session Dates

Early Bird Deadline

Winter 1

January 8 - February 4

Tuesday, January 2

Winter 2

February 5- March 10

Monday, January 29

Pre-Conditioning Monday Tuesday

Conditioning

6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-6:25 p.m.

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DID YOU KNOW …

All active JETS swimmers qualify as blue wristband swimmers, allowing them to swim in the deep end without swim testing. Be sure to pick up your blue wristband by visiting the Membership Desk during your next visit.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

ADAPTIVE 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 $105/$210

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 $75/$150

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 $63/$126

SUMMER DAY CAMP Kids love us— and their parents do too!

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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

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.

SKILLS THAT LAST A LIFETIME Free YMCA SWIM Lessons

This holiday season, the Galowich Family YMCA is partnering with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance to offer free swim lessons for YMCA kids, ages 6-12.

Kids of all swimming abilities are welcome and encouraged to register for this exciting three-day program. Spots are limited, so register today!

MAKE A SPLASH AT THE Y OVER SPRING BREAK March 25-27, 2024 | 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Open to YMCA Facility Members only.

Registered participants must be able to attend all three days of lessons.

REGISTRATION OPENS IN FEBRUARY

Made possible thanks to a generous Step Into Swim grant from the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance.

Plus they get to...

• Make new friends • Get messy • Learn funny songs • Have lots of FUN

Registration begins March 9 for Facility Members.

FOR HEALTHY LIVING Active Agers

PERSONAL TRAINING

FAB 50 CRAFTERS MASON JAR CRAFT 50 and Up 1/10 Free Wed. 12:30-1:30 p.m.

FAB 50 POTLUCKS YOU HAD ME AT CHOCOLATE POTLUCK 50 and Up 2/14 Free Wed. 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Sessions 60 minute

Special Events

WINTER WELLNESS BINGO CHALLENGE 16 and Up

W1 Free

This free fitness challenge runs from January 15-February 18. Fill a Bingo line by completing 5 fitness activities; the more lines you complete, the more chances to win! Participants may choose to submit their weekly Bingo cards by hard copy or electronically.

One on One Personal Training Packages | Ages 16 and up

1 4 8 12

$50/$75 $184/$276 $360/540 $492/$738

60 minute (price per session) $50/$75 $46/$69 $45/$67.50 $41/$61.50

30 minute $40/$60 $140/$210 $272/$408 $396/$594

30 minute (price per session) $40/$60 $35/$52.50 $34/$51 $33/$49.50

Group Of Two Personal Training Packages | Ages 16 and up | Prices are per person.

Sessions 60 minute 60 minute 30 minute 30 minute (price per session) (price per session) 1 $45/$68 $45/$68 $32/$48 $32/$48 4 $160/$240 $40/$60 $108/$162 $27/$40.50 8 $240/$360 $30/$45 $200/$300 $25/$37.50 12 $348/$522 $29/$43.50 $288/$432 $24/$36 Larger Personal Training packages and flexible payment plans available on packages of 12 or more.

To learn more about Wellness programs, please contact: Alissa Koenig Health and Wellness Director (815) 744-3939, ext. 335 akoenig@jolietymca.org

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All YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, receive free Basic Access included with their membership.

Saturday, February 24, 2023 6 p.m. - Midnight Bolingbrook Golf Club Benefiting the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund

Enroll in the My Y Rewards Program Today

Available to first time personal training clients only.

Generously presented by

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!

TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE IN JANUARY.

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Member FDIC

BEGIN in Jan NING uary

INSPIRING GENEROSITY FITSTART 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 program is for you! The Y’s FitStart program offers guidance, knowledge, and motivation to help you lead a healthier lifestyle and become more physically active. Throughout this program, which runs 8 to 12 weeks, you’ll meet with a Fit Coach up to four times, develop a fitness plan, and set goals to help you reach your health and wellness goals. Get started today!

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 Fit Start questionnaire. You will have the opportunity to get set up on the Y on the Go app and begin orientation on any cardiovascular equipment that interests you.

PART 2: GETTING YOUR HEART PUMPING This 20 minute session will further introduce the cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals and bikes, and add more pieces of equipment based on your fitness goals.

Stop by the Membership Desk and pick up a 2024 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.

PART 3: GETTING STRONGER The third session will introduce the strength equipment for a basic circuit workout and add more pieces of equipment based on your fitness goals.

PART 4: TAKING THE NEXT STEPS In this closing session, we will review and answer any additional questions on the cardio or strength equipment, Group Fitness and Personal Training options.

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GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA 749 Houbolt Road Joliet, IL 60431 (815) 744-3939 www.jolietymca.org

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