2019 Galowich Smith Winter/Spring

2019 Winter/Spring Program Guide GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs

BUILDING A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY

THERE’S A Y IN EVERY COMMUNITY 2019 SESSION CALENDAR WINTER SESSION 1

WINTER SESSION 2

SPRING SESSION 1

SPRING SESSION 2

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

January 7- February 10

February 11-March 17

Facility Members Saturday, December 8 Open Registration Saturday, December 15

Facility Members Saturday, December 8 Open Registration Saturday, January 26

JANUARY Sun

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March 18-April 28

Facility Members Saturday, December 8 Open Registration Saturday, March 2

FEBRUARY

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7

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April 29-June 2

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Facility Members Saturday, December 8 Open Registration Saturday, April 13

APRIL Fri

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7

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MAY

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31

Kid Zone Registration Begins April 13 (all members)

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Modified class schedule the week of Memorial Day

Summer Camp Registration Begins March 2 (all members) Modified class schedule the week of March 25

SUMMER SESSION 1

SUMMER SESSION 2

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

June 3-July 7

Facility Members Saturday, May 4 Open Registration Saturday, May 18

Facility Members Saturday, May 4 Open Registration Saturday, May 18

JUNE Sun

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27

28

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30

Session Begins

Session Ends

Holiday Closings

Holiday Hours (Open until 1 p.m.)

Modified class schedule the week of Independence Day Summer Spruce Up will begin August 12 and end September 1 YBL Registration Begins July 27 (all members)

FALL SESSION 1

FALL SESSION 2

FALL SESSION 3

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

Registration Begins:

September 2-October 6

October 7-November 10

Facility Members Saturday, August 3 Open Registration Saturday, August 17

November 11-December 22

Facility Members Saturday, August 3 Open Registration Saturday, September 21

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

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NOVEMBER

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Modified class schedule the week of Labor Day

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

Facility Members Saturday, August 3 Open Registration Saturday, October 26

C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris, Smith

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DECEMBER Fri

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Modified class schedule the week of Thanksgiving

Sat

Modified class schedule during Christmas Break

www.jolietymca.org (815) SAY-YMCA

Sat

Early Bird * Aquatics Discount Ends

EXPLORE THE Y CONTENTS

EXPLORE THE Y. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Party At The Y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Education & Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Winter/Spring Sports Leagues . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Winter/Spring Sports Programs . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Aquatics & Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 FOR HEALTHY LIVING Health, Well-Being & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Personal Trainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Volunteerism & Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 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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Refer a Friend to the Y Did you know that if you refer 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.

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

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 Scholarship Program. To learn more, please contact: GALOWICH & SMITH FAMILY YMCAs Brooke Hall, Membership Director Galowich YMCA Phone (815) 782-0812 Smith YMCA Phone (815) 782-0882 Email bhall@jolietymca.org

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.

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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.

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

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.

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.

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

Sauna & Steam Room Co-ed locker rooms are available for members with small children, members with special needs who require assistance, and those members who prefer more privacy.

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. Food is not allowed in the Wellness Center.

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. System credits and promotional codes may be used online.

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.

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General Information

PARTY AT THE Y! Throw your child’s next birthday party at the Y Parties include up to 20 children and... A Party Host! Invitations!

Goodie Bags! Decorations! Pizza and Pop! Paper Products!

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

Party Options & Times

Party Options & Times

Party I Party II Party III

Pool & Party Room Pool with Inflatable & Party Room Sports Blitz Party*

Choose your two favorite sports from basketball, soccer, dodgeball or flag football. Will be held in the gym.

Day

Time

$170/$210 $220/$260 $190/$230

Only available April-December.

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Party Options

Saturdays Noon-2 p.m.

2:30-4:30 p.m.

Party I, II or III Party I, II or III

Sundays

Party I, II or III

1-3 p.m.

Pool or Gym $170/$210 Pool with Inflatable & Party Room $220/$260 Sports Blitz Party $190/$230

Choose your two favorite sports from basketball, soccer, dodgeball or flag football. Will be held in the gym.

Day

Time

Party Type

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

Sundays Any 2 hour time slot

between Noon-6 p.m.

Regular After Hours

Have the Y open only for you and your guests.

Book an After Hours party!

To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Kenya Raichart at ext. 320 or via email at kraichart@jolietymca.org.

To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Rachel Pescitani at ext. 417 or via email at rpescitani@jolietymca.org.

To learn more, contact the Executive Director at your local branch.

Lock-ins and Overnight Rentals

Facility Rental Guidelines

Rates

• All groups must provide adult chaperones for their events.

• Reservations must be finalized four weeks in advance to ensure adequate staffing.

• Facilities are available by appointment only.

• $1 million liability insurance required.

• Gym • Pool • Gym & Pool • Full Building Rental • Meeting/ Party/Room • Fields

Lock-ins are available on Friday nights and Saturdays depending on location. Doors will be locked at 10 p.m. and pick-up times vary by branch. Overnight rentals include the first two hours of open pool time.

A maximum of 75 participants will be allowed in the pool.

FACILITY RENTALS AT THE YMCA Y facilities, including gyms, pools and outdoor recreation areas, are available to rent for special events and overnight lock-ins for schools, churches and scouts.

Party I Party II Party III

$85 per hour $90 per hour $165 per hour $725 (overnight) $60 per hour $50 per hour

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AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR The Y has been teaching kids to swim for more than

100 years.

CONFIDENT KIDS Why Parents Love Our Swim Lessons We believe that all children should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive at the YMCA. And, that’s why all of our programs incorporate the YMCA character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

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Swim lessons at the YMCA will help your kids stay fit, healthy and strong when they spend time in the water.

But, most importantly, they will gain confidence and learn vital water safety skills that will last them a lifetime.

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STRONG SWIMMERS

Your child is 100% curious.

At the Y we are dedicated to teaching kids how to be safe when they are in and around water.

The YMCA offers:

• Year-round swim instruction for children 6 months and up • Small class sizes4:1* student-to-instructor ratio • Swim lesson options 6 days a week • Private, group and adaptive swim lessons We aim to provide an engaging and interactive learning experience where your child will learn to swim, have fun and make friends. *For beginning swim lesson levels

Everyone is Welcome

At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. Stop by the Y today to learn more about the YMCA’s scholarship program.

Our Instructors

At the YMCA, our caring and professional role models are committed to helping you and your family feel safe in and around the water. Our certified and experienced instructors emphasize personal safety, swimming skills and endurance, while guiding students with praise and encouragement.

Find more information about our aquatics programs beginning on page 18.

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ADVENTURE WEEK Spring Break Camp March 25 – March 29 Register your Spring Breakers for a week of fun, engaging and educational adventures. This week’s adventures include free lunch, swimming in our lap pool, a field trip, arts and crafts and more!

Grades: K-8 Camp Hours

$35/$50 per day 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Camp Themes

Smith Family YMCA

Day One Adventures in Treasure Hunting Day Two Adventures in Edible Engineering Day Three Adventures in Time Travel Day Four Adventures in Playland Day Five Adventures in Illinois (Field Trip Day)

For more information, contact: Youth & Family Director Taryn Fears at (815) 726-3939, ext. 418 or tfears@jolietymca.org

Registration is open now!

HAVE A HEART

LEND A HAND Volunteer Days of Service

In celebration of National Volunteer Month, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA will be teaming up with its members, volunteers, staff, and local businesses this spring to host Volunteer Days of Service at each of its YMCA locations.

Volunteers will be working together to complete a variety of beautification projects in advance of the YMCA’s busy summer programming season.

JOIN US — APRIL 2019 Watch for more details coming soon!

If you would like to volunteer or learn more about the Y’s Volunteer Days of Service, please contact Annual Giving Manager Brittney Halliday at (815) 729-9638, ext. 325 or via email at bhalliday@jolietymca.org or Volunteer and Development Operations Manager Dori Fugate at (815) 267-8600, ext. 210 or via email at dfugate@jolietymca.org.

Corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available.

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

KIDS CORNER 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 Kids Corner.

Ages 6 months-8 years Galowich Family & Smith Family YMCAs Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon, 6-8 p.m.

8 a.m.-Noon Saturday Cost Free for Facility Family Members $5 per child/visit for Facility Adult Members $10 per child/visit for Community Members

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Parents’ Night Out (PNO) is held on the first Friday of each month to give parents some much-needed time to themselves while their kids have fun at the Y. Under the supervision of YMCA staff, kids get to play games, eat pizza and swim in our lap pool.

FAMILY NIGHTS Crafts & Creations • Paint & Play Ages 8 & Up Smith Family YMCA Friday, February 8 6:30-8 p.m.

Join us for Valentine’s Day crafts. Create a Mommy & Me or Daddy & Me masterpiece while enjoying family-friendly activities, including healthy snacks, games and prizes.

Please note: For all family night events, children must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required.

Hop Into Easter Ages 2-12 Galowich Family YMCA Smith Family YMCA Saturday, April 13 Saturday, April 20 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Noon-2 p.m.

Celebrate the Easter season with your friends and family at the Y! We have a variety of fun activites planned, including an outdoor Easter Egg Hunt, games, prizes, crafts and more!

Pre-registration is required. All participants must be potty trained.

Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs

Ages 2-12 January 4

$10/$18 Fridays 6-9 p.m.

March 1 April 5 May 3

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Galowich Family YMCA Parent Date Night

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

Let your kids enjoy an evening at the Y while you take your special date out on the town. Food will be provided to children registered. *Upon drop-off parents will receive a flower to add that romantic touch to your date night.

Ages 2-12 (must be potty trained) Friday • February 8 • 6-9 p.m. • $12/$20

Women Only Swim

Young Picassos Club During this class, tweens will paint, draw, sculpt and design while learning art history. $25/$50 Ages 9-12 Wednesdays January 9-February 6 6-7:30 p.m.

LESSONS ON THE GO: Y Dance Beginners During this class, beginners will receive a technical foundation and basic instruction for ballet, tap and modern dance forms.

Ages 5-8 $25/$50 Wednesdays March 20-April 24 5-6 p.m.

Teen Game Night Take a night to relax from the hustle and bustle of the school year and hang out at the Y for game night, featuring board games, video games, and an escape room.

Ages 13-18 $4/$8 Friday May 10

7-9 p.m.

Designed to empower women to get active and improve their health and wellness in a safe and private environment, these afternoon event are open to women and girls of all ages.

Free/$3 Under 12 Years Old February 2 4-5:30 p.m.

Saturday Sunday April 28 2-3:30 p.m.

Ages 12 & Up Free/$5 February 2 4-5:30 p.m.

Saturday Sunday April 28 2-3:30 p.m.

Teen Spring Splash Splash into the spring season with fellow Y swimmers and friends. Join us for swimming, inflatable races and pizza! Pre-registration is required.

Ages 13-18 Friday • May 5 • 7-9:30 p.m. • $4/$8

New TOT

Is your little learner ready to make new friendships and explore their independence?

With this preschool enrichment program your child will have the opportunity to embark on mini adventures through gym and tumbling play and sparking their curiosity with creative games and crafts. This is a great way to help enhance your child’s natural qualities and allow their amazing personalities shine; giving you the time to explore adult programs, fitness classes or open swim. A parent/guardian must remain in the building during class times.

Ages 3-4 $45/$90 Galowich Family YMCA Tuesdays- Thursdays 6-6:45 p.m.

January 8-February 7 March 19-April 25 February 12-March 14 April 30-May 30

DROP

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

Register today!

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

DHS funds are accepted. Financial assistance is available for those who do not qualify for DHS funds.

Programming runs from August to May. 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: Galowich Family YMCA Lynette Sartori Before & After School Care Director (815) 744-3939, ext. 316 lsartori@jolietymca.org Smith Family YMCA Darren Callahan Before & After School Care Director (815) 726-3939, ext. 412 dcallahan@jolietymca.org

KID ZONE

Before and After School Youth Enrichment Program As part of its Kid Zone program, the Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs provide recreational before and after school activities for students at schools in the Joliet, Troy, Rockdale, Elwood, Laraway, Union and Minooka school districts. Children do arts and crafts, play games, develop friendships and learn lessons that will last a lifetime. Participants must be five years old before they attend Kid Zone or K-Kidz.

2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR RATES (MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS)* Days Per Week 1-2 3-5 Before School Only

7-9 a.m. (approx.)

$105/$140 $245/$280

After School Only

3-6 p.m. (approx.)

$150/$185

Before and After School

$290/$325

$195/$230 $330/$365

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

Participating Schools Y Location: Children participate at the YMCA and are transported to and from school.

On-Site Schools: Children participate at their schools or at a nearby district school.

Galowich Locations (Bussed to/from Galowich Family YMCA) • Craughwell Elementary School • Cronin Elementary School • Farragut Elementary School • Heritage Trail Elementary School • Hofer Elementary School • Jefferson Elementary School • Pershing Elementary School • Rockdale Elementary School • Shorewood Elementary School • St. Jude’s Catholic School (After School Care only) • Taft Elementary School • Thigpen Elementary School • William B. Orenic Intermediate (After School Care only) On-Site Schools • Aux Sable Elementary School • Jones Elementary School • Minooka Elementary School • Minooka Intermediate School (After school only) • Sandburg Elementary School • Walnut Trails Elementary School

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Smith Locations (Bussed to/from Smith Family YMCA) • Culbertson Elementary School • Eisenhower Academy • Gompers Junior High School • Laraway Elementary School • Marshall Elementary School • Sanchez Elementary School • Thompson Instructional School • Union School (After School Care only) • Washington Junior High School • Woodland Elementary School On-Site Schools • Cunningham Elementary School (Before and After School Care) • Forest Park Individual Education School (After school care only, until 5:30 p.m.)

• Keith Elementary School (Before and after school care) • Singleton Elementary School (After school care)

Child Care

Fun for them.

Peace of mind for you.

KID ZONE

Days Out Of School On select days out of school, children in grades K-8 are invited to spend the day with friends and Kid Zone staff at the Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs. All participants should dress for the weather, bring a sack lunch, a drink, snacks, a swimsuit and a towel. Please note: Refunds will not be given to those who are unable to attend. The registration deadline is 48 hours prior to the day off school.

Grades K-8 Times: Children may be signed in as early as 7 a.m. and signed out as late as 6 p.m.

Price: $35/$50 per day

Registration for the 2019-2 020 school year begins April 13 for Facility Mem bers!

2019/2020 rates will be available in Ja nuary!

2018-2019 School Year

You don’t have to look far to find the child care your family deserves.

Registration is currently underway!

Stop by the Membership Desk for more information.

Program will run on all days out of school (excluding major holidays) in the school districts we serve.

• Plainfield • Elwood • Rockdale • Joliet • Troy • Laraway • Union • Minooka

Spring Break Monday, March 25-Friday, March 29 Easter Break Friday, April 19 & Monday, April 22

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

K-KIDS

Kindergarten Before and After School Recreational Program The Galowich and Smith Family YMCA’s K-Kids program is designed for children attending morning and afternoon kindergarten. We provide a fun and unique program where children will do activities that emphasize fine motor skills through arts & crafts and gross motor skills through gym games. Participants must be five years old before they attend Kid Zone or K-Kidz.

Daily Program Hours & Fees Prices per month. Times are approximate and are coordinated with each school’s schedule.

K-Kids A.M. K-Kids ONLY 9 a.m.-Noon

K-Kids P.M. $275/$310

K-Kids & KZ Before 7 a.m.-Noon $365/$400 K-Kids & KZ After 9 a.m.-Noon & $415/$450 3-6 p.m.

K-Kids & KZ Before & After 7 a.m.-Noon & $475/$510 3-6 p.m.

K-Kids ONLY Noon-3 p.m.

$275/$310

K-Kids & KZ Before 7-9 a.m. & $365/$400 Noon-3 p.m.

K-Kids & KZ After $415/$450 Noon-6 p.m.

K-Kids & KZ Before & After 7-9 a.m. & $475/$510 Noon-6 p.m.

K-Kids School Sites Galowich Family YMCA • Crystal Lawns Elementary School • Grand Prairie Elementary School • Meadow View Elementary School • Minooka Primary Center • Ridge Elementary School • River View Elementary School • Thomas Jefferson (Plainfield D. 202) • Troy Little Bee’s Kindergarten Program • Wesmere Elementary School Smith Family YMCA • Spencer Trail – New Lenox 122 The YMCA is always looking for new ways to serve the community. If your child’s school isn’t listed, please contact us to discuss opening a new site or transportation options.

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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, 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...

Camp Hours

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

Camp Pricing*

7 a.m.-6 p.m.

$190/$215 per week *Registration fee: $45 per family

Registration opens on March 2.

REGISTER BY MARCH 11 AND SAVE $45!

For more information please contact: Smith Family YMCA Galowich Family YMCA Taryn Fears Marlene Kirsch Youth & Family Director Youth & Family Director (815) 726-3939, Ext. 418 (815) 744-3939, Ext. 315 tfears@jolietymca.org mkirsch@jolietymca.org

[ SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE Smith Family YMCA • March 8 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Smith Family YMCA Friday • May 17 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Join us to learn all about the Y’s popular Summer Day Camp program and receive savings on your registration fee!

Galowich Family YMCA Friday • May 17 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Free and open to all.

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS AT THE Y! Registration Opens March 2!

]

CAMP KICK-OFF PARTY

Galowich Family YMCA • March 8 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Including full day sports camps, basketball, football, soccer and much more!

Counselor-In-Training and volunteer opportunities are available. Visit your local branch for more details.

We like to kick off the summer camp season by inviting campers and their parents to meet our counselors, pick up their camp T-shirt and camp bag, and learn about what we have planned for the summer.

We hope to see you there!

Free and open to all.

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SKILLS FOR LIFE American Red Cross Lifeguarding Courses Become certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding. Students will learn professional responsibilities, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and Lifeguarding.

Pre-requisites It is recommended that participants are able to complete the following pre-requisites prior to registering for the class: • Must be able to complete a continuous 300-yard swim • Must be able to tread water for two minutes without hands • Must complete a timed swim to retrieve a ten-pound object from under ten feet of water To schedule a swim test with the Aquatics Director, please call your local branch.

Cancellations within two weeks of class start date will receive a 50 percent refund. No refunds will be issued 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. Attendance at every class is mandatory.

Ages 15 and Up

$210/$235

Smith Family YMCA Fridays 4-9 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

February 1-2 & February 8-9 March 1-2 & March 8-9 April 5-6 & April 12-13 May 3-4 & May 10-11

Galowich Family YMCA Fridays 4-9:30 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

February 22-23 & March 1-2 March 15-16 & March 22-23 April 26-27 & May 3-4

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Review Course This class is for current Red Cross Lifeguards needing to renew their certifications.

Proof of current certification and a pre-requisite swimming test are required before registration. At the end of the course participants will test for Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid & CPR certifications.

Ages 15 and Up

$135/$160

Smith Family YMCA Tuesdays/Thursdays 4-9 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

April 16, 18 & 20 May 14, 16 & 18

Galowich Family YMCA Thursdays/Fridays 5-9:30 p.m.

Saturdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

April 18-20 May 23-25

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CPR/FA/AED/ Certification Class This class is an American Red Cross certification class for Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid. It includes training on all three listed skills for adults, children, and infants. The class will conclude with a written exam and skills demonstration in order to pass.

No refunds will be given for failed attempts.

Ages 16 and Up

$75/$90

Smith Family YMCA Thursdays Saturdays 4-8 p.m.

9 a.m.-Noon January 1 January 26 February 7 February 23 March 21 March 30 April 25 April 27 May 9 May 25 Galowich Family YMCA Monday Saturdays 1-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

January 14 April 13 May 18 Thursdays 5-8:30 p.m.

February 7 March 7 Lifeguards Wanted

OPEN INTERVIEWS for lifeguards for the Spring and Summer February 15 Noon-1 p.m.

February 16 11:30-12:30 p.m.

Education & Leadership

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAM BECOME A JUNIOR LIFEGUARD AND AQUATIC AIDE The Y’s Aquatics Leadership Program allows tweens and teens (ages 10-14) to step inside the world of lifeguarding and learn lifesaving skills (including first aid and CPR), experience real-life scenarios, participate in team-building exercises and assist in teaching swim lessons.

TWO LEVELS AVAILABLE INTRO CLASS

First time participants should register for the “Intro” program.

To enroll in this class, participants must take a swim test and complete a one-page essay prior to the first day of class. For more information and to set up the swim test, please contact the Aquatics Director at your branch.

Intro participants will receive a Junior Lifeguard t-shirt and whistle after completing training halfway through the session.

VARSITY CLASS

Returning participants (ages 12-14) should register for the “Varsity” program. At this level, participants will be asked to volunteer 20 hours

throughout the session as a junior lifeguard and/or swim aide.

Varsity participants will receive a Junior Lifeguard t-shirt and whistle that should be worn to all volunteer shifts.

Please Note: All participants must attend every Thursday or Friday evening classes.

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

For more information, please contact the Aquatics Director at your local branch.

To learn more, visit www.jolietymca.org.

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BELIEVE IN YOUR POTENTIAL COLLEGE READINESS PROGRAMS

We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around the nation are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices. At the Y, teens learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident teens today and contributing and engaged young adults tomorrow.

College Tours

Career Conversations

Join us as we explore local premier institutions of higher learning. Please contact Teen and Young Adult Advancement Manager Kelsey Kruel for tour locations. Tours will depart from the Galowich Family YMCA. Lunch is included.

Having the personal and professional fortitude to be prepared as you enter the workplace is crucial to one’s early professional success. Join us to learn how to effectively prepare yourself for success and sustained growth in the workplace. You’ll receive knowledge on the proper way to interview and how to have crucial conversations with your employer.

Saturday, April 6 10 a.m.-Noon

Winter Tour $20/$30 Monday, February 18 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

College: TBD Spring Tour $20/$30 Monday, March 4 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

College: TBD

Location: Galowich Family YMCA Cost Free for YMCA Facility Members $5 for Community Members

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Designed for youth, grades 9-12, and young adults under 21 years of age For more information visit www.jolietymca.org or contact Executive Director of Teen and Young Adult Advancement Maurice Fears at (815) 729-9638, ext. 413 or via email at mfears@jolietymca.org.

Winter/Spring Sports Leagues

Youth Sports Leagues Registration for both leagues opens January 5

ACHIEVE MORE TOGETHER AS A TEAM When kids play sports they do more than just exercise. Besides being physically active, they develop higher self-esteem, perform better in school and work better in groups.

The Y’s Youth Sports program teaches kids the fundamentals of the game while emphasizing the importance of teamwork.

To learn more about these leagues, contact Michael Taylor via email at mtaylor@jolietymca.org or at ext. 307.

T-Ball League Sign up for the Y’s T-Ball League and introduce your child to America’s favorite pastime! This league places an emphasis on the fundamentals of baseball, such as throwing, catching, fielding and hitting. It also teaches players the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Ages 4-6 $40/$80 Galowich Family YMCA Practices Once per week starting April 29 Games Saturdays starting May 18 Uniforms Each player will receive a hat and a jersey

Soccer League Spring 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.

Divisions • Age 4-K • Grades 1-2 • Grades 3-4 Galowich Family YMCA and Smith Family YMCA Practices Once per week starting April 29 Games Saturdays starting May 18 Uniforms Each player will receive soccer shirt for games Register by March 31 to save $10!

Dates Fees January 1-March 31 $50/$100 April 1-14 $60/$120

Registration Deadline: April 14 Anyone signed up after the deadline will not be guaranteed a uniform by the first game.

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Youth Sports

1 Day a Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Week Sessions [unless otherwise noted] Biddy Soccer

Karate

Tween Dodgeball

This is a fun and fast-moving class that teaches preschoolers the basics of soccer, including dribbling, passing, ball handling, kicking and trapping.

Ages 4-6 $25/$50

Internationally certified instructors teach the Y’s karate program. Students are trained in basic and advanced karate skills, including mental and physical fitness, Kata (forms), punching, kicking, stances, blocking, Kumite (sparring) and self-defense against multiple attackers. Students will also learn the art of Tameshiwari (breaking boards and bricks).

Ages 4-6 $30/$60

This co-ed program offers great fun for youths, ages 8-12. Enjoy many recreational dodgeball games with fellow Y members and friends. Due to limited gym space, the first 40 players will participate in games.

Ages 8-12 Free

Galowich Mondays 1/7-2/4 3/18-4/22 2/11-3/11 4/29-5/27 Smith Thursdays 1/10-2/7 3/21-4/25 2/14-3/14 5/2-5/30

6-7 p.m.

Youth Soccer Class

6-7 p.m.

This class will help soccer players develop basic fundamentals, such as passing, kicking and shooting. Game play will be used to focus on strategy and teamwork..

Ages 7-12 $30/$60

Galowich Tuesdays

10:30-11:15 a.m.

1/8-2/5 3/19-4/23 2/12-3/12 4/30-5/28 Smith Thursdays

10:30-11:15 a.m.

5/2-5/30

Junior Basketball In this beginner’s class, your pintsized player will be introduced to the game of basketball and will focus on the basics of dribbling, passing and shooting.

Ages 4-6 $25/$50 Galowich Tuesdays

9:30-10:15 a.m.

1/8-2/5 3/19-4/23 2/12-3/12 4/30-5/28

Basketball Skills & Scrimmage Under the guidance of a YMCA instructor, players will work on skill progressions, drills, ball movement, defense and game strategy.

Ages 4-14 $30/$60 Galowich Wednesdays Ages 4-9 5:30-6:30 p.m.

3/20-4/24 5/1-5/29 Ages 10-14 6:30-7:30 p.m.

3/20-4/24 5/1-5/29 Smith Wednesdays Ages 4-9 5:30-6:30 p.m.

5/1-5/29 Ages 10-14 6:30-7:30 p.m.

5/1-5/29

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Galowich 3/19-5/28

Tuesdays

7-8 p.m.

Galowich Tuesdays

5:30-6:30 p.m.

3/19-4/23 4/30-5/28 Smith Tuesdays

5:30-6:30 p.m.

3/19-4/23 4/30-5/28

All-Sports Class Participants will play a variety of different sports throughout the session, including basketball, dodge ball, flag football and soccer.

Ages 9-14 $30/$60 Galowich Thursdays 6-7 p.m.

3/21-4/25 5/2-5/30 Smith Tuesdays 3/19-4/23 4/30-5/28

6-7 p.m.

Winter/Spring Sports Programs

HAVE FUN AND STAY HEALTHY Teen Fit

Private Basketball Lessons

Led by a personal trainer, this fitness class is designed specifically for teens and tweens who want to get fit and improve their athleticism. Try to keep up!

Our private basketbal lessons are designed for athletes of all skill levels. During private lessons, athletes can become better basketball players, sharpen and enhance skills or become familiar with the basketball sport.

Galowich Family YMCA

Ages 4 and Up $75/$100 Galowich Family YMCA 5 Lessons

Ages 8-17

As Arranged

$35/$70

Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-5:45 p.m.

1/8-2/7 3/19-4/25 2/12-3/14 4/30-5/30

Yoga for Youth Led by a certified instructor, this class is designed specifically for youths, ages 6-12, who want to get fit, increase flexibility and build strength though physically challenging postures and flowing sequences. Throughout the session participants will gain self-confidence, awareness and control. Visualization and breathing exercises are used for overall balance and concentration, which can be applied toward athletic performance as well as homework and test taking.

Galowich Family YMCA

Ages 6-12

$35/$70

Mondays 5-5:45 p.m.

1/7-2/4 3/18-4/22 2/11-3/11 4/29-5/27

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GOGGLE UP 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 15) 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 15 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 rudimentary front crawl stroke without stopping or having assistance. Blue wristband swimmers are permitted to swim in the shallow and deep ends of the pool.

YELLOW WRISTBAND TEST Yellow swimmers will be asked to jump into 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 15 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.

PLEASE 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.

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YMCA Swim Lesson Policies and Procedures 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 stage after the first day of class, please speak to your child’s instructor.

2. Children will be moved up to the next stage 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 stages 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.

Aquatics & Swimming

SWIM LESSON STAGE DESCRIPTIONS Student/Instructor Ratio

SWIM STARTERS

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidencebuilding experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.

Student/Instructor Ratio

SWIM BASICS

Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills: • Swim, float, swim— sequencing front glide, roll, back float, roll, front glide, and exit • Jump, push, turn, grab

Student/Instructor Ratio

SWIM STROKES

Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity.

10:1

A / WATER DISCOVERY

B / WATER EXPLORATION

Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.

In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

4:1

10:1

4:1

5:1

1 / WATER ACCLIMATION

2 / WATER MOVEMENT

3 / WATER STAMINA

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.

6:1

6:1

8:1

4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION

/ STROKE 5 DEVELOPMENT

6 / STROKE MECHANICS

Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick.

Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.

Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues through treading water and sidestroke.

In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.

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WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO? PARENT* & CHILD

PRESCHOOL

YOUTH

TEEN & ADULT

6 months–3 years STAGES A–B

3 years–5 years STAGES 1–4

5 years–12 years STAGES 1–7

13+ years SWIM BASICS

All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.

15+ years SWIM STROKES

WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR? STAGES A-B

STAGES 1-7

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

Please note: Parent participation is required in all Stage A & B lessons.

Please note: For Stages 1-4, separate times are offered for pre-school ages 3-5.

1. Is your child between 6 months and 2 years?

1. Will your child go underwater voluntarily?

Please note: 13- & 14-year-olds are also eligible for youth Stages 3-7, and if eligible based on skill, can choose the lessons where they would feel most comfortable.

YES

A • Water Discovery maximum 10 students

NO = next question 2. Is your child between 2 years and 3 years?

YES

B • Water Exploration maximum 10 students

NO = next question 3. Is your child between 3 years and 5 years, and comfortable in the water without a parent?

YES = See questions for stages 1-5 NO

B • Water Exploration maximum 10 students

NO

1 • Water Acclimation ages 3-12 • maximum 4 students

YES = next question 2. Can your child do a front and back float on their own?

NO

2 • Water Movement ages 3-12 • maximum 4 students

YES = next question 3. Can your child swim 10-15 yards on their front and back?

NO

ages 3-14 • maximum 4 students

4. Can your child swim 15 yds. on front and back using a crawl stroke in good form?

4 • Stroke Introduction ages 3-14 • maximum 6 students

YES = next question 5. Can your child swim a full length of the pool using front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke?

NO

5 • Stroke Development ages 5-14 • maximum 6 students

YES = next question 6. Can your child swim front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke across the pool and back without stopping?

NO

NO

6 • Stroke Mechanics ages 6-14 • maximum 8 students

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TEEN & ADULT SWIM BASICS ages 13-up

YES = next question 2. Can you swim 10-15 yards on your front and back?

NO

TEEN & ADULT SWIM BASICS

NO

3 • Water Stamina

3 • Water Stamina

YES = next question

NO

1. Do you feel comfortable in shallow water where you can stand?

YES

ages 13-up

ages 13-14

TEEN & ADULT SWIM STROKES ages 15-up

YES = see questions for Stages 4-7, recommended ages 13-14

STAGE 7 — SWIM LESSON GRADUATE TRACKS

THREE TRACKS TO CONTINUE THE FUN AQUATIC CONDITIONING Is your child interested in building endurance and improving stroke technique with an emphasis on teamwork?

Does your child have the goal of joining the swim team? Or do they prefer camaraderie and conditioning in a non-competitive atmosphere? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then your child may enjoy our Aquatic Conditioning track.

Can your child compete a 200 yard individual medley without stopping?

NO YES

PRE-CONDITIONING ages 6-14 • maximum 10 students

Once swim basics and stroke techniques have been mastered, swimming is a skill that can be used in many different ways. We offer three different tracks catering to children’s varying interests.

Please select one or more paths based on the goals of your child.

Please see schedules and pricing on page 24.

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP

AQUATIC SPORTS & GAMES

Has your child ever wondered what it’s like to be a lifeguard or swim instructor?

Would your child be interested in learning lifesaving skills, including CPR and First Aid? Would they enjoy helping teach younger kids how to swim? If yes, your child may enjoy our Aquatic Leadership track.

In this Aquatic Sports & Games track, your child will learn basic water polo skills, such as shooting, passing and goalkeeping in a fun team environment. They will learn how to paddle and steer a canoe, as well as about boating and waterfront safety.

Other water sports and games included will vary, possibly including an in-water version of quidditch!

Is your child aged 12-14? Can your child retrieve a 10 pound object from the bottom of the deep end? Can your child also tread water for two minutes without using their hands?

NO

CONDITIONING* ages 6-14 • maximum 20 students

*Must pass Level 6 to register.

YES

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP INTRO* ages 10-14 • maximum 10 students

VARSITY AQUATIC LEADERSHIP

Does your child simply love being in the water? Do they dream of someday using their swimming ability to enjoy outdoor aquatic recreation like snorkeling or canoeing? Are they a competitive spirit who enjoys all sports?

YES

WATER SPORTS & GAMES ages 6-14 • maximum 20 students

ages 12-14 • maximum 20 students

*First time participants must submit a one-page essay on what leadership means to them before registering.

DISCOVER WHO YOU CAN BE TEEN/ADULT SWIM CLASSES Ages 13 and Up Swim Basics

Teen/Adult Swim Strokes

Swimming is not only a lifeskill that everyone should learn, but it’s a great way to exercise and improve your health. This basic swim course will help new swimmers feel comfortable in and moving through the water, with a focus on water safety.

Improve your swimming technique and endurance with a trained YMCA swim instructor.

See pages 22 and 23 for session dates and fees.

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GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA — 5 WEEK SWIM LESSON SESSIONS Parent-Child

Pre-School

Youth

Teen/Adult

Swim Lesson Stage A B 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 Basics Strokes Age Range 6 mo-2 2-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 6-12 6-12 6-14 6-14 6-14 6-14 13 & up 13 & up Monday 4:45-5:15 p.m. X X X 5:20-5:50 p.m. X X X X X 5:55-6:25 p.m. X X X 6:30-7 p.m. X X X Tuesday 9-9:30 a.m.

X

X

9:35-10:05 a.m.

X

X

X

X

4:15-4:45 p.m. X X X X 4:50-5:20 p.m. X X X X 5:25-5:55 p.m. X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X Wednesday 4:45-5:15 p.m. X X X 5:20-5:50 p.m. X X X 5:55-6:25 p.m. X X X X 6:30-7 p.m. X X X Thursday 4:15-4:45 p.m. X X 4:50-5:20 p.m. X X X X 5:25-5:55 p.m. X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X Saturday 9-9:30 a.m. X X X 9:35-10:05 a.m.

X X X X X 10:10-10:40 a.m. X X X X 10:45-11:15 a.m. X X X 11:20-11:50 a.m. X X X

Galowich & Smith Family YMCAs

Weeks

Early Bird Deadline

Winter 1

January 7-February 10

5

Wednesday, January 2

Winter 2

February 11-March 17

5

Monday, February 4

Stages A & B Stages 1-6 Teens/Adults

Early Bird Price • $30/$60 | Early Bird Price • $40/$80 | Early Bird Price • $40/$80 |

Price After Deadline • $35/$65 Price After Deadline • $45/$85 Price After Deadline • $45/$85

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Aquatics & Swimming SMITH FAMILY YMCA — 5 WEEK SWIM LESSON SESSIONS Parent-Child

Pre-School

Youth

Teen/Adult

Swim Lesson Stage A B 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 Basics Strokes Age Range 6 mo-2 2-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 6-12 6-12 6-14 6-14 6-14 6-14 13 & up 13 & up Monday 4:15-4:45 p.m. X X X X 4:50-5:20 p.m. X X X X 5:25-5:55 p.m. X X X X X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X X Tuesday 9:30-10 a.m.

X

X

10:05-10:35 a.m.

X

X

4:50-5:20 p.m. X X x X 5:25-5:55 p.m. X X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X X Wednesday 4:15-4:45 p.m.

X

X

X

4:50-5:20 p.m. X X X X X 5:25-5:55 p.m.

X X X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X X X X Thursday 9:30-10 a.m.

X

X

10:05-10:35 a.m.

X

X

4:50-5:20 p.m. X X X X 5:25-5:55 p.m. X X X X 6-6:30 p.m. X X X Saturday 9:30-10 a.m. X X X X X 10:05-10:35 a.m. X X X X 10:40-11:10 a.m. X X X X X X X X 11:15-11:45 a.m. X X X

Galowich & Smith Family YMCAs Spring 1

March 18-April 28

Spring 2

April 29-June 2

Stages A & B Stages 1-6 Teens/Adults

Weeks

Early Bird Deadline

5

Monday, March 11

5

Monday, April 22

No swim lessons week of 3/25

*No lessons on Memorial Day May 27, pro-rated fee

Early Bird Price • $30/$60 Early Bird Price • $40/$80 Early Bird Price • $40/$80

*$24/$52

*$29/$57

*$32/$64

| Price After Deadline • $35/$65 | Price After Deadline • $45/$85 *$32/$64 | Price After Deadline • $45/$85

*$37/$69 *$37/$69

REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE! Registration is available in person or online at www.jolietymca.org.

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

GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs — STAGE 7 SESSION DATES & FEES

Session Dates

Weeks Early Bird Deadline

Winter 1

January 7-February 10

5

Wednesday, January 2

Winter 2

February 11-March 17

5

Monday, February 4

Spring 1

March 18-April 28

5

Monday, March 11

Spring 2

April 29-June 2

5

Monday, April 22

No swim lessons week of 3/25

*No lessons on Memorial Day May 27, pro-rated fee

Pre-Conditioning

5

Early Bird Price • $45/$90

| Price After Deadline • $50/$95

Water Sports & Games*

5

Early Bird Price • $42/$84

| Price After Deadline • $47/$89

AQ Leadership/Intro & Varsity

10

Early Bird Price • $95/$75

| Price After Deadline • $100/$180

Conditioning

10

Early Bird Price • $80/$160 | Price After Deadline • $85/$165

*Children who pass into Stage 7 in the middle of a 10-week session can join for a pro-rated price!

STAGE 7 • 10 WEEK SWIM LESSON GRADUATE TRACKS (One lesson per week)

Pre-Conditioning Conditioning

AQ Leadership Introduction

AQ Leadership Varsity

Water Sports and Games

Galowich 6-7 p.m.

Mondays Tuesdays

5:30-6:30 p.m.

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Thursdays

5:30-7 p.m.

5:30-7 p.m.

Smith Tuesdays

6:30-7:30 p.m.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Thursdays

6:30-7:30 p.m.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

5:30-7 p.m.

Fridays 4:30-6 p.m.

DID YOU KNOW…

New in 2019

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All active JETS swimmers and Stage 7 swim lesson participants 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.

Aquatics & Swimming

FOCUS ON SWIM SKILLS SENSORY FRIENDLY SWIMMING

HOMESCHOOL SWIMMING Galowich Family YMCA On Mondays, homeschool families are invited to enjoy open swim time in the Lap Pool.

Galowich Family YMCA On the second Sunday of each month, the Lap Pool will be sensory friendly for the final hour of open swim.

Mondays 2-4 p.m.

January 7-March 11 March 18-May 20 All Ages Free Facility Members $50 Community Members for a 10-visit family punch pass

Sundays 2:30-3:30 p.m.

January 13 March 10 May 12 February 10 April 14 All Ages Free Facility Members $8 Community Member Families

SWIM LESSON OPTIONS Private Swim Lessons

Semi-Private Swim Lessons

Adaptive Swim Lessons

One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are available.

Instructors can be requested, however, availability may vary.

Ages 3 and Up 30 minutes each As arranged 1 lesson $25/$50 4 lessons $80/$160

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.

Ages 3 and Up 30 minutes each As arranged 1 lesson $20/$40 per person 4 lessons $45/$90 per person

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.

Ages 3 and Up $62/$124 5 lessons 30 minutes each As arranged

Lessons can be scheduled by contacting the Aquatics Director at your local branch.

GALOWICH Kenya Raichart (815) 744-3939, Ext. 320 kraichart@jolietymca.org.

Rachel Pescitani (815) 726-3939, Ext. 417 rpescitani@jolietymca.org.

SMITH

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SWIMMING FURTHER FASTER Joliet YMCA JETS Swim Team One of the area’s most historic youth swimming clubs, the Joliet Y JETS Swim Team is a year-round developmental competitive swimming program that offers instruction and training for swimmers, ages five and up. Swimmers of all ages will learn the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship and setting and achieving goals while developing their competitive swimming skills. The JETS Swim Team supports the YMCA’s mission of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities, and our professional team of coaches strive to not only build strong swimmers but caring, honest, respectful and responsible children and young adults.

What can I expect when my child joins the JETS?

Who can join the JETS?

To learn more about the JETS Swim Team, please contact: Ashleigh Thomas Director of Competitive Aquatics Phone: (815) 267-8600, Ext. 227 Email: athomas@jolietymca.org www.jetsyswimteam.org

Anyone between the ages of 5 and 18 can join the JETS Swim Team. To make the beginning level of the team, swimmers must be able to swim one length (25 yards) of the pool comfortably and confidently without a flotation device. All JETS Swim Team participants must have a YMCA Facility Membership.

A member of both YMCA and USA Swimming, the JETS participate in a variety of meets throughout the year, although competition is not mandatory.

The team practices up to six days a week at four locations throughout Will and Grundy Counties.

Swimmers are encouraged to attend practices and work hard, but there are not mandatory practice attendance requirements.

How can I learn more about the JETS?

COACH ASHLEIGH

JETS SPRING SWIM CLINIC This is great opportunity to learn more about the JETS and to meet our team and coaching staff.

Throughout the week, coaches will be evaluating swimmers for team placement. A YMCA membership is not required to participate in the clinic.

Ages 5-18 $25

March 12-15 Plainfield C.W. Avery Family YMCA Joliet Galowich Family YMCA

Ages 5-10 Ages 5-18

6-7 p.m.

7-8 p.m.

March 19-22 Morris Morris Community H.S. Pool Ages 5-18 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Joliet Smith Family YMCA Ages 5-18 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Plainfield C.W. Avery Family YMCA Ages 11-18 7-8 p.m.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

WATER FITNESS CLASSES

Ages 15 and Up

The Y offers a wide selection of fun, low-impact water fitness classes at no extra cost for Facility Members. Water Fitness Packages give Community Members access to our water fitness classes. Both morning and evening options are available.

Water Fitness Punch Pass $80 for 10 classes

GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs One pass is good for 10 visits and expires 3 months from date of purchase. Available to Community Members.

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

• Aqua Aerobics Combines water resistance training and aerobics.

• Aqua Blast High energy cardio workout.

• Fountain of Youth (Ages 55 and Up) Designed to increase mobility and alleviate pain.

• Swimnastics Enhances flexibility and cardiovascular conditioning.

• Flowing Forms Incorporates yoga movements in an aquatic environment.

• H2O Cardio Combines water resistance, weights and aerobics.

• Rusty Hinges Great for those who suffer from joint or mobility problems. Registration is required.

• Splash & Step Includes a full-body cardio workout similar to step aerobics.

• Wave Walkers A cardio workout that also increases strength and tones the body.

SMITH FAMILY YMCA Community Members can get access to morning and evening water fitness classes by purchasing packages by the session.

Free/$150 per session Morning Class Package Mondays & Wednesdays 6-6:45 a.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.

January 7-February 7 February 11-March 14 March 18-April 26 April 29-May 30

Evening Class Package Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:30-7:30 p.m.

January 7-February 8 February 11-March 15 March 18-April 26 April 29-May 31

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

STAYING STRONG

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Because we know that healthy lifestyles are best achieved by nurturing our mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness at the Y is so much more than just working out. Beyond fitness facilities, we provide educational programs to promote healthier decisions, and offer a variety of programs that support physical, intellectual and spiritual strength.

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES The Y offers a wide variety of group fitness classes that are free with a YMCA Membership, including cardio, mind and body, and strength classes.

• As Many Reps As Possible (AMRAP) • Boot Camp • Cardio Ball & Tone • Chair Body Works • Dance Aerobics • Group Cycling • Pound • Pilates: Core & More • Strength & Tone • Yogilates • Zumba For an up-to-date schedule, head to www.jolietymca.org or stop by the Membership Desk during your next visit.

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Group Exercise Punch Pass AVAILABLE TO COMMUNITY MEMBERS — One pass is good for 10 visits and expires 3 months from date of purchase. Excludes fee-based classes.

Punch Pass Fee: 10 classes $50

Teens: Get Access to the Fitness Center

REDEFINE YOUR HEALTH TRANSFORM 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.

Call for pricing information.

Weight Training Certification This is designed for teens, ages 13-15, who want to have access to our Fitness Center.

This is a comprehensive and informative training so teens can properly utilize our cardio equipment. Please stop by the Membership Desk to schedule an appointment.

Ages 13-15 As Arranged

$15

Fee includes YMCA membership for first three months of class and a $0 joining fee.

Classes at locations throughout Will County will be starting soon.

TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR DIABETES Diabetes Self-Management Program Learn how to take charge of your diabetes during this FREE 7-week program. Designed for diabetics, pre-diabetics and caregivers, this program provides valuable information and tools for self-managing diabetes, including: • How healthy eating can improve your condition • Creating an exercise program that works for you • How to improve communication with your family, friends, and healthcare providers • Developing weekly goals to help you manage your condition • Problem-solving strategies to help cope with pain, fatigue and frustration • Gaining support and encouragement from others living with ongoing health conditions.

Call or email to get registration information.

Class is brought to you by the Plainfield Lions Club.

For more information, please contact: Susan Krause Health & Wellness Director C.W.Avery Family YMCA (815) 267-8600, ext. 214 skrause@jolietymca.org

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

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?

To learn more, contact Health & Wellness Director Alissa Koenig at ext. 414 or akoenig@jolietymca.org.

1-1 Personal Training

Specialized Personal Training

Whether you are a novice to exercise, training to improve performance in a sport, or need guidance and motivation to get your fitness program on track, our certified personal trainers are ready to create an individualized exercise program that will meet your specific goals.

Sport Specific PT: Take your performance to the next level of achievement! Individuals are prescribed resistance exercises, aerobic and anaerobic actions targeting specific skilled movements, given an awareness of stretches and injury prevention that is directly involved in the athlete’s sport or activity.

Ages 13 and Up * Sessions 30 min 1 Session $35/$50 4 Sessions $117/$160 8 Sessions $220/$308 12 Sessions $312/$432 24 Sessions $576/$800

60 min $50/$75 $156/$228 $284/$352 $396/$492 $732/$912

2-1 Personal Training Sometimes working out with a partner or a small group is the best way to consistently exercise and have fun while doing it. Group personal training is a more cost-efficient method of exercise and training with a great friend is always motivational.

Ages 13 and Up * Per Person Pricing Sessions 30 min 1 Session $30/$45 4 Sessions $93/$130 8 Sessions $168/$235 12 Sessions $234/$324 24 Sessions $432/$600

Aqua PT: Water-based training will focus on strength, cardio and flexibility exercises that offer a low-impact way to train or a chance to switch up your land based routine!

Ages 16 and Up As Arranged Regular personal training rates apply.

60 min $37/$50 $112/$162 $208/$295 $288/$393 $528/$728

* Doctor’s note needed for members under the age of 13.

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PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS

$99 Only available to first time personal training clients.

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.

Ages 16 and Up As Arranged $10/$20

OUR PERSONAL TRAINERS KEEPING YOU HEALTHY

FITNESS CONSULTATIONS

Galowich & Smith Family YMCAs Whether you’re just starting a fitness routine or looking to add a little variety to your exercise program, a member of our talented fitness team can help you set and achieve your goals!

To learn more about our Personal Trainers, please visit our website at jolietymca.org.

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.

Ages 16 and Up As Arranged $20/40

Facility Members are encouraged to meet with a member of our fitness staff for a free one-hour fitness consultation. During this session, our staff will help you to identify your health and wellness goals, provide you with a fitness evaluation, an orientation in our Wellness Center, and provide you with an overview of our group exercise and personal training programs. This free consultation will help you take the first step on your journey to a healthy lifestyle.

Ages 16 and Up Fitness Consultations are free to Facility Members.

Appointments can be scheduled at the Membership Desk.

FREE

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

Adult Self-Defense Class

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League

Self-defense training can help you prepare and respond in the event of an attack. Take the Y’s Self-Defense class to increase your awareness and assertiveness, as well as learn safety strategies and physical techniques that enable you to defend yourself.

Ages 18 and Up $40/$80 Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-7:45 p.m.

1/8-2/7 2/12-3/14 3/19-4/25 4/30-5/30

This volleyball league time is a great opportunity for adults to come out and play the game in a fun environment. To pay Facility Member Price, participants must be on a team with a Facility Member Captain or have a Facility Membership themselves. Free agents can sign up individually if needed. Players will receive 8 games, a single-elimination tournament and tournament championship t-shirts for the winning team.

• Sign up as a team • Up to 10 on a roster • 8 team limit • Captain registers team • Team Registration Deadline: Sunday, April 27 • Roster due at first game Ages 17 and Up $350/$475 per team Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-8 p.m.

5/7-7/18

Church Softball League Dig out those balls and bats, because it’s time for another sizzling season of softball. Open to members of all churches in Will County, this is a non-sanctioned, recreational league; one umpire will be provided.

Ages 18 and Up — Co-Ed League $350/$475 per team Tuesdays

6-8 p.m.

5/14-7/9

Galowich Family YMCA Softball Fields

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

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 • Coach our youth sports teams • Motivate and support youths in our 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 • Help facilitate our various YMCA special events.

To begin volunteering at the Y, please contact: Dori Fugate Volunteer and Development Operations Manager dfugate@jolietymca.org (815) 267-8600, ext. 210

Our volunteers play an important role in the success, quality and quantity of the programs we offer. We welcome and appreciate youth in grades 9-12 and adults 18 years or older who would like to volunteer their time and expertise.

A background check must be completed before volunteers are allowed to participate in any Y program or activity.

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER Greater Joliet Area YMCA 2019 Annual Campaign

$1,000 $500 Provides two children with six weeks of safe, nurturing and fun before and after school care.

Provides a senior with a one-year membership to pursue a healthy lifestyle.

$250

$100

$50

$30

Honors two military veterans or active service members and their families with a special discount to access membership.

Gives one kid the chance to learn new skills and make new friends by playing seven weeks of youth sports.

Provides a child with eight weeks of life-saving swim lessons.

Sends a child to one day of summer day camp where they engage in exciting, safe and healthy activities while making life-long friendships.

In a world in need of more hope, more community and more support, the YMCA offers places and programs where people from all walks of life can connect. Inside our branches, at off-site before and after school programs and in our community-based offerings, staff and volunteers are helping kids, families and seniors nurture their body, mind and spirit.

We believe that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive at the YMCA. To make good on that promise, the YMCA invested more than $1.3 million in financial assistance in the last year to provide hope and support to our friends and neighbors in need. This investment touched more than 8,100 lives in our communities.

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You are invited to join us in making a difference. “Be The Good” with a gift to the YMCA Annual Campaign.

(815) 782-0825 www.jolietymca.org/giving Greater Joliet Area YMCA 749 Houbolt Road Joliet, IL 60431

CHAIRMAN’S ROUNDTABLE BANNER DONORS Supporting the YMCA Annual Campaign The Chairman’s Roundtable (CRT) recognizes major donors to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA who have made a direct investment in the mission with a gift of $1,000 or more. These supporters help to uphold the Y promise of providing programming and membership to all.

We are pleased to introduce two membership tiers for the CRT: Gold and Silver Level Banners. CRT gifts are celebrated with banners of two sizes at the branch of the donor’s choosing. These are customized with a company logo, family picture or a YMCA program photo. For more information on CRT membership, contact Brittney Halliday at (815) 782-0809 or bhalliday@jolietymca.org.

Your logo here

This list reflects gifts received from October 1, 2017 to October 1, 2018.

Gold Level Banners (Gifts of $2,500 or more) Anonymous Donors Ahoyt Family Dental - Dr. & Mrs. Justin Ahoyt Judy Avery Jim and Carol Baum Caterpillar, Inc. Central Sod Farms, Inc. Compeer Financial Guy and Jan Christensen The Crane Fund for Widows and Children The Don DeGeus Family Rich DeGrush Ecolab Inc. Ron and Jeannine Evenson Exxon Mobil Mr. Paul Gantzert Holly Club of Joliet The Jason Clearwater Fund JC Penney Communities Foundation Paul and Donna Jeschke Joliet Township Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kegley Lambert Memorial Fund for Children LyondellBasell-Morris Neal and Phyllis Macdonald Midland States Bank Mrs. Ruth Morimoto, In Memory of Dr. Paul Morimoto Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers NRG Energy Inc. Office of Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow Plainfield Lions Club Gus P. and Deborah Rousonelos Rousonelos Lean Pork Producer LLC Precor Presence St. Joseph Medical Center Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission Sis Schmidt Rex Slagel The Brad and Maureen MacDonald-Stein Family

United Way of Grundy County United Way of Will County Nancy Felman Vincent The Dan and Tracey Vogen Family Ron and Jackie Wohlwend YMCA of the USA

SILVER LEVEL BANNERS (GIFTS OF $1,000-$2,499) Anonymous Avery YMCA Boot Camp Avery YMCA Coffee Clutch Baisch Excavating, Inc. Steve and Kathy Barr The Ryan and Lisa Behounek Family John Black Kathy Blessent George Capps Helen Cinquegrani John Colozzi Connelly Electric Karen Courtney Tom and Sandy Cowgill Mr. & Mrs. Klint DeGeus D’Arcy Buick GMC Ed and Gloria Dollinger Drover’s Trail Natural Farms- The David and Koren Finnestad Family The Bob and Missy Durkin Family Eastern Illinois NECA/IBEW Local 176 The Maurice and Tebrena Fears Family Taryn Fears Ron Galowich The Ernesto and Adriana Garcia Family The Tony and Carolyn Hamilton Family The Eric and Donna Hanson Family Larry and Carol Hemdal The Chuck and Heather Hughes Family Illinois Landscape Supply, LLC The Carlos and Shelly Interial Family The Scott and Julie Jackson Family Brad and Judy Johnstone Ron and Kathy Kazmar

HELPS KIDS GROW STRONG Richard Kiser The Stan and Beth Laken Family The Steve & Katy Leclair Family Dr. Michael and Mrs. Susan Lee Harlow and Margaret Lockwood The Nick and Kathy Macris Family The Katherine Maloney Family Frank Margaron Dr. Jonathan Micetich and Dr. Juli Weber Micetich The Kevin and Amy Monk Family Morris VFW Post 6049 Auxiliary Macy’s, Inc. NorthStar Credit Union Nu Life Energy Chiropractic Kevin and Mary Olson Park Vending Mark Paydon The Greg and Susan Peyla Family Reach Sports Marketing Dr. John and Mrs. Judie Roth Gus and Diane Rousonelos Peter Rousonelos The Jeff and Cheri Rubocki Family Richard and Mary Searls Silver Cross Hospital The Carl Smith Family Dan and Jeanette Stevenson Ashleigh Thomas Touchdown Services The Adam and Terri Underhill Family The Jim and Marge Watts Family Dr. and Mrs. Larry Wiers The Dr. Phil and Mrs. Julie Wilkinson Family Jim and Ann Wright The Mike and Missie Wright Family Al and Donna Zanzola Barb Ziegner Proud Supporter of the Teen Achievers

To make a gift, visit www.jolietymca.org. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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EXPLORE THE Y

Staff Directory

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

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA (815) 744-3939

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

Patty Hall – Executive Director phall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 327

Dan Chambers – Aquatics Manager dchambers@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 228

Jim Aul – Maintenance Manager jaul@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 336

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

Tim Brewer – Facilities & Grounds Director tbrewer@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 322

Carl Dreyer – Maintenance Manager cdreyer@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 242 Trisha Dust – Youth & Family Manager tdust@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 211 Jared Freeh – Facilities & Grounds Director jfreeh@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 216 Dori Fugate –Volunteer & Development Operations Manager dfugate@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 210 Christopher Interial – Youth & Adult Sports Manager cinterial@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 219 Susan Krause – Health & Wellness Director skrause@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 214 Danielle Krohn – Aquatics Director dkrohn@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 226 Shannon Mills – Membership Manager smills@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 204 Mimi Panagopoulos – Before & After School Care Manager mpanagopoulos@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . Ext. 229 Megan Payne – Membership Director mpayne@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 203 Maria Romero – Youth & Adult Sports Director mromero@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 217 Shannon Stawikowski – Youth & Family Director sstawikowski@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 212 Ashleigh Thomas – Director of Competitive Aquatics athomas@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 227 Marissa Vallejo – Head Age Group Coach mvallejo@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 243 Tina Wolfer – Before & After School Care Director twolfer@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 205

CENTRAL CITY YMCA (815) 726-3939 Maurice Fears – Executive Director mfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 413 Taryn Fears – Youth & Family Director tfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 418 Michael Taylor – Youth & Adult Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307

Brooke Hall – Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 309 Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315 Alissa Koenig – Health & Wellness Director akoenig@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 414 Kenya Raichart – Aquatics Director kraichart@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 320 Lynette Sartori – Before & After School Care Director lsartori@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 316 Michael Taylor – Youth & Adult Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307

MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA (815) 513-8080 Missy Durkin – Executive Director mdurkin@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 510 Eric Bishop – Health & Wellness Director ebishop@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 514 Lisa Doerfler – Administrative Assistant ldoerfler@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 516 Ken Iverson – Sports Manager kiverson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 512 Jamie Nelson – Membership Director jnelson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 515

Rachel Pescitani – Aquatics Director rpescitani@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 417 Michael Taylor – Youth & Adult Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 433

METROPOLITAN OFFICE (815) 729-9638 James Watts – President & CEO jwatts@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 312 Katy Leclair – Senior Vice President & Chief Operations Officer kleclair@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 333 Jenna Bay – Graphic Design & Brand Manager jbay@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 310 Michele Brown – Membership Operations Director mbrown@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 305 Cindy Conrad – Senior Accountant/ Business Manager cconrad@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 303 Karen Courtney – Executive Administrative Assistant kcourtney@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 306 Jaimie Duff – Staff Accountant jduff@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 308 Megan Engelman – Human Resource Manager mengelman@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 304 Adriana Garcia – Human Resources Director agarcia@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 331 Ashley Gonzalez – Marketing Specialist agonzalez@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 324 Brittney Halliday – Annual Giving Manager bhalliday@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 325 Carolyn Hamilton – Vice President of Marketing & Communications chamilton@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 313

Sarah Porzel – Youth & Family Director sporzel@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 513

Kelsey Kruel – Program Manager – Teen & Young Adult Advancement kkruel@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 611

SMITH FAMILY YMCA (815) 726-3939

Erin Lightbody – Youth Develolpment Operations Director elightbody@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 311

Maurice Fears – Executive Director mfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 413

Angie Maas – Payroll & Accounting Specialist amaas@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 344

Jim Aul – Maintenance Manager jaul@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 336

Kyle Nowaczyk – Digital Communications Manager knowaczyk@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 323

Tim Brewer – Facilities & Grounds Director tbrewer@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 322 Darren Callahan – Before & After School Care Director dcallahan@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 412 Taryn Fears – Youth & Family Director tfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 418 Brooke Hall – Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 415 Alissa Koenig – Health & Wellness Director akoenig@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 414

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Dawn Schultz – Chief Financial Officer dschultz@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 302 Julie Wilkinson – Senior Development Director jwilkinson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 318

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 • Indoor Waterpark • 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 Studios • 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

SEPTEMBER-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 • Supervised Play Roof

MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS

HOURS

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

SEPTEMBER-MAY

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

In partnership with

JUNE-AUGUST

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

HOURS

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

SEPTEMBER-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-AUGUST

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-AUGUST MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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

SUNDAYS Closed

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GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA Programs vary by location.

749 HouboltISRoad EVERYONE WELCOME At the Y,IL no60431 one is turned away due to the inability to pay.

Joliet, Stop by your local branch to learn more about our People Helping People Scholarship Program.

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