SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
SEE WHAT YOU CAN DO AT THE Y
2017 Fall Program Guide GALOWICH & SMITH FAMILY YMCAs
GOGGLE UP Check out our new Swim Lesson Curriculum See page 18 for details.
HEALTHY HAPPENS HERE 2017 SESSION CALENDAR
FALL SESSION 1
August 28-October 1 Registration Begins: Facility Members: Saturday, July 29 Open Registration: Saturday, August 12
FALL SESSION 2
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FALL SESSION 3
November 6-December 17 Registration Begins: Facility Members: Saturday, July 29 Open Registration: Saturday, October 21
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31 Modified class schedule the week of Thanksgiving
Modified class schedule during Christmas Break
Galowich, Morris and Smith
KEY
Early Bird Discounts
Fall Hours begin: Tuesday, September 5
■ Session Begins
(first Sunday open is September 10)
Session Ends
■ Holiday Closings ■ Holiday Hours (Open until 1 p.m.)
day to save $5 on * Final swim lessons.
EXPLORE THE Y CONTENTS EXPLORE THE Y.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Party At The Y. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 GALOWICH FAMILY & SMITH FAMILY YMCAs FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Education & Leadership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Fall Sports Leagues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Aquatics & Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 FOR HEALTHY LIVING Health, Well-Being & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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 People Helping People Scholarship Program. To learn more, please contact: GALOWICH & SMITH FAMILY YMCAs Brooke Hall, Membership Director Phone: (815) 726-3939, ext. 415 Email: bhall@jolietymca.org
SMITH FAMILY YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Volunteerism & Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Staff Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 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.
LIKE TWEET PIN
Stay Connected
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU Member Appreciation
In honor of our wonderful members who we admire so dearly, the Greater Area Joliet YMCA hosts monthly Membership Appreciation events at each of its branches. Watch for more details on these exciting events coming soon via email and on our Facebook pages.
JOIN US! Sept. Fit, Family, Fun Oct. Eat Better, Eat Together Nov. Thankful For You Dec. Comfort & Joy
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@JolietY
www.facebook.com/AveryYMCA www.facebook.com/GalowichYMCA www.facebook.com/MorrisYMCA www.facebook.com/SmithYMCA
@jolietymca www.pinterest.com/jolietymca
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EXPLORE THE Y
WHAT YOU CAN DO At the Y, we want people of all ages to enjoy an active healthy lifestyle. Use our program guide to find out what FUN activities and events you and your entire family can take advantage of at the Y!
A baby I CAN…
If I am
If I am
2-5 yrs. old 6-12 yrs. old I CAN… I CAN…
If I am
• Enroll in parent/child swim classes • Take parent & tot classes with an adult • Swim with mom, dad or an adult guardian in the pool • Enjoy playtime and engagement activities in Kids Corner • Have my birthday party at the Y • Attend a community event with my family
• Take a dance, tumbling, basketball or enrichment class • Enroll in swim lessons • Swim with mom, dad or an adult guardian in the pool • Play sports at the Y • Meet new friends at Parents’ Night Out • Enjoy playtime and engagement activities in Kids Corner • Have a Y birthday party celebration • Attend a community event with my family
• Attend the Y’s before and after school program • Enroll in swim lessons • Enroll in summer day camp • Participate in summer sports and specialty camps • Swim with mom, dad or an adult guardian in the pool • Take a dance, gymnastics, sports or enrichment class • Join the JETS Swim Team • Join the Thrive Dance Team • Celebrate my birthday at the Y • Play on a youth sports team • Take a private sports lesson • Complete my first mini triathlon • Hang out with friends in the Activity Center • Meet new friends at Parents’ Night Out • Attend a community event with my family
• Work out in the wellness center without a parent • Participate in group exercise classes • Play sports at the Y • Enroll in swim lessons • Participate in college readiness programs • Go on a college tour • Join the JETS Swim Team • Join the Thrive Dance Team • Learn how to become a certified lifeguard • Enjoy swimming in the pool with friends • Become a Y volunteer to earn service hours • Enjoy the FREE WiFi throughout the building
If I am
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a teen I CAN…
AT THE Y
If I am
A Place For Everyone
If I am an active
My
an adult I CAN…
older adult I CAN…
family CAN…
• Participate in a group exercise or water fitness class • Work out with a personal trainer • Join a walking or running club • Take a swim lesson • Workout in the Wellness Center • Swim in the pool • Volunteer on a committee, the Y Board or help with fundraising • Compete in my first mini triathlon • Take a dance class • Form a team and participate in an adult sports league or tournament • Perfect my jump shot during open gym • Participate in a weight loss challenge • Volunteer to coach a youth sports team • Attend a lecture or wellness seminar • Learn how to become a certified lifeguard • Attend a community event • Enjoy the FREE WiFi throughout the building • Bring a guest for a FREE visit to the Y
• Enroll in a water fitness class • Participate in a group exercise class • Work out with a personal trainer • Join a walking or running club • Take a swim lesson • Workout in the Wellness Center • Swim in the pool • Manage my arthritis by enrolling in Enhance®Fitness • Receive support through the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program • Join a social club, like Fab 50 • Volunteer on a committee, the Y Board or help with fundraising • Volunteer in a YMCA program • Attend a lecture or wellness seminar • Attend a community event • Enjoy the FREE WiFi throughout the building • Bring a guest for a FREE visit to the Y
• Swim in the pool • Play a game of HORSE in the gym • Attend family game night • Compete in their first mini triathlon as a family • Host a birthday party for family and friends • Volunteer as a family at the Y or a special event • Attend a community event
Programs vary by location.
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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 organi ation 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 a new physical activity or who may have health-related issues should consult a physician prior to starting fitness routines.
Child Supervision Children under the age of eight must be supervised by an adult at all times when using YMCA facilities. Children under the age of ten must be supervised by an adult when using the pool. The Supervised Playroom is available during designated hours for Facility Members, ages six months to eight years old. Child Abuse Prevention Policy The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is mandated by state law to report any suspected cases of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities for investigation. Holidays The YMCA prorates classes on days when the buildings are closed for the following holidays: Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Y closes at 1 p.m. on Memorial Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Cell Phone Use Policy The use of cameras, video recorders, cell phones and/or any photographic devices is NOT ALLOWED in YMCA locker rooms, changing areas or restrooms. We also ask members to refrain from making or answering phone calls while using the Wellness Center. This is for the safety and privacy of all our members and participants. No Smoking Policy In the interest of the health and safety of our staff and members, it is the policy of the Greater Joliet Area YMCA to forbid all forms of tobacco in any YMCA facilities or on the grounds of any YMCA property. YMCA grounds include: facilities, parking lots, sidewalks, fields, parks, and paths. Tobacco products prohibited include, but are not limited to, lit or unlit cigarettes (clove, bidis, kreteks), e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, hookah products; any smokeless, dissolvable, or inhaled tobacco products, including but not limited to dip, chew, snuff or snus; and all nicotine delivery devices that are not FDA approved as cessation products. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA reserves the right to terminate facility privileges at any time for inappropriate behavior or conduct detrimental to its members or the organization.
How to Register for Programs • Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org • In person by visiting your local branch • By phone by calling (815) SAY-YMCA (current members)
Building & Room Schedules The Y schedules rooms in the building to allow for classes and open times. ou 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. Racquetball Court Racquets and racquetballs are available at the Membership Desk at the Smith Family YMCA. Please call ahead for court and equipment availability. 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. Family Gym: We set aside time for families to enjoy activities together in our gym. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult during these times. Full Court: This time is set aside for adults ages 18 and over to play full court basketball. 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 utili e the cardio and strength machines. For safety reasons, only members ages 16 and over may use the free weights.
The Greater Joliet Area YMCA accepts cash, check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. In most cases, phone registration is accepted for current members when paying by a credit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT). Outstanding balances must be paid before a member will be allowed to register for future programs. All classes have a maximum and minimum number of participants. When possible, classes will be added to accommodate wait lists and to expand those offerings that are in high demand. Classes below the minimum will be combined when possible, and as a last alternative, will be cancelled.
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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! Pi ata with Candy Goodie Bags Decorations Pi a and Pop Paper Products
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA
SMITH FAMILY YMCA
Party Options & Times Party I Party II Party III
Pool & Party Room Pool with In atable & Party Room Gym & Party Room*
Day
Time
Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturdays Noon-2 p.m. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sundays Noon-2 p.m.
Party Options & Times Party I Party II Party III
$165/$200 $215 $250 $165/$200
Pool, Gym* or Outdoor Field Pool with In atable & Party Room Smith Sports Blit Party
$165/$200 $215 $250 $185 $220
Choose your two favorite sports from basketball, soccer, dodgeball or ag football. Will be held in the gym.
Party Options Party I or II Party I, II or III* Party I, II Party I, II or III
Day
Time
Party Type
Saturdays 1-3 p.m. or 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sundays Open
Regular After Hours
Have the Y open only for you and your guests. Book an After Hours party!
*Gym parties are not available January-March.
To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Max Yoshikawa at ext. 320 or via email at myoshikawa@jolietymca.org.
*Gym parties have limited availability.
To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Rachel Pescitani at ext. 417 or via email at rpecitani@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 finali ed four weeks in advance to ensure adequate staffing. • Facilities are available by appointment only. • $1 million liability insurance required.
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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.
Gym Pool Gym & Pool Full Building Rental • Meeting/ Party/Room • Fields
$85 $90 $165 $725
per hour per hour per hour (overnight)
$60 per hour $50 per hour
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
SUPERVISED PLAYROOM
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Healthy parents are happy parents. Let your child have fun at the 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. Ages 6 months-8 years
Parents’ ight Out (P O) 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 pi a and swim in our lap pool.
Galowich Family & Smith Family YMCAs Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon, 6-8 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-Noon
Pre-registration is required. All participants must be potty trained.
Cost Free for Facility Family Members $5 per child/visit for Facility Adult Members $10 per child/visit for Community Members
ALL
TOGETHER
BETTER
Bring A Friend to the Y
Did you know that if you bring a friend to the Y, he or she will receive a free gift and you will receive a free month’s membership? For details, stop by the Y today! Some restrictions may apply.
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Ages 2-12 Fridays September 1 October 6
$10/$18 6-9 p.m. November 3 December 1
Holiday Shop and Drop Attention all parents! If you’re in need of a little time to yourselves, sign the kids up for our special Holiday Shop and Drop at the YMCA! We encourage you to take this opportunity to spend the afternoon holiday shopping, baking or wrapping presents. We will keep your kiddos entertained while creating holiday crafts, watching movies and playing gym games. Pre-registration is required and all participants must be potty trained. Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs Ages 2-12 $12/$24 Saturday Noon-4 p.m. December 16
TRUNK-OR-TREAT
CRAFTS & CREATIONS Make it a Creative Play Date Do you have a knack for arts and crafts? Do you love creating fun projects? Join The Artsy Bunch, a monthly arts and crafts club, for the creator in you. Meet with an instructor and start designing your masterpiece. This program will culminate in an art exhibit featuring club member creations.
Fall/Thanksgiving Canvas Painting Friday, November 10 • 7-8 p.m. Galowich Family YMCA
Friday, October 27 7-8:30 p.m. Smith Family YMCA Bring your family to this spook-tacular event! Decorated cars will fill our parking lot and children can go trunk to trunk to collect candy and play games. There will also be a bounce house and more Halloween fun located outside. This provides a fun and safe environment for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to come dressed in your Halloween costume! If you are interested in volunteering or hosting a Trunk-or-Treat vehicle, please contact Youth and Family Director Marlene Kirsch at (815) 782-0808 or via email at mkirsch@jolietymca.org.
Free • All Ages
Holiday Craft Friday, December 8 • 7-8 p.m. Smith Family YMCA
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
Fun for them. Peace of mind for you. 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.
Register today! At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. Financial assistance is available. DHS funds are also accepted. 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 Marlene Kirsch Youth and Family Director (815) 744-3939, ext. 315 mkirsch@jolietymca.org Smith Family YMCA Taryn Fears Youth and Family Coordinator (815) 726-3939, ext. 418 tfears@jolietymca.org
K-KIDS
Kindergarten-Age 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 emphasi e fine motor skills through arts & crafts and gross motor skills through gym games.
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
$275/$310
K-Kids & KZ Before
7 a.m.-Noon
$365/$400
K-Kids & KZ After
9 a.m.-Noon & 3-6 p.m.
$415/$450
K-Kids & KZ Before & After
7 a.m.-Noon & 3-6 p.m.
$475/$510
Dist. 201 Minooka Primary Center Dist. 30C Troy Little Bee’s Program Dist. 86 Marycrest
K-Kids School Sites — Smith Family YMCA Dist. 86 Marshall, Woodland, Forest Park, Mary Crest Dist. 70C Oak Valley
K-Kids P.M. K-Kids ONLY
Noon-3 p.m.
$275/$310
K-Kids & KZ Before
7-9 a.m. & Noon-3 p.m.
$365/$400
K-Kids & KZ After
Noon-6 p.m.
$415/$450
K-Kids & KZ Before & After
7-9 a.m. & Noon-6 p.m.
$475/$510
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K-Kids School Sites — Galowich Family YMCA Dist. 202 Crystal Lawns, Thomas Jefferson, River View, Grand Prairie, Wesmere, Meadowview, Ridge Elementary, Charles Reed
The YMCA is always looking for new ways to serve the community. If your child’s school isn’t listed, please contact Marlene Kirsch at ext. 315 or via email at mkirsch@jolietymca.org to discuss opening a new site or transportation options.
Child Care
KID ZONE
KID ZONE
As part of its Kid Zone program, the Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs provides recreational before and after school activities for students at schools in the Joliet, Troy, Rockdale and Minooka school districts. Children do arts and crafts, play games, develop friendships and learn lessons that will last a lifetime.
On select full days out of school, registered participants may spend the day with friends and the Kid Zone staff at the YMCA. Pre-registration is required. Please note: Refunds cannot be given to those who later are unable to attend. All participants should dress for the weather and bring a lunch, two healthy snacks, drinks, swimsuit and towel.
Before and After School Youth Recreation Program
Days Out Of School
2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR RATES (PER MONTH) 1-2 Days Before School Only After School Only Before and After School
$105/$140 $150/$185 $195/$230
7-9 a.m. (approx.) 3-6 p.m. (approx.)
Before School Only $245/$280 After School Only $290/$325 Before and After School $330/$365 Registration Fee $45 per family
7-9 a.m. (approx.)
3-5 Days 3-6 p.m. (approx.)
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. Smith Location Galowich Location • • • • • • • • • •
Farragut Heritage Trail Lynne Thigpen Minooka Primary Center Pershing St. Jude’s (After school only) Taft Thomas Jefferson Troy Crossroads Troy Middle School (After school only)
• William B. Orenic (After school only) • Rockdale
On-Site Schools • • • • •
Aux Sable Elementary Carl Sandburg Jones Elementary School Minooka Elementary Minooka Intermediate
• • • • •
Rockdale Elementary School Troy Craughwell Troy Hofer Troy Shorewood Walnut Trails
(After school only)
• A.O. Marshall Elementary School (After school only) • Edna Keith Elementary School • Eisennhower • Elwood School (After school only) • Gompers Jr. High • Laraway School • Oak Valley School • Sator Sanche Elementary School • T.E. Culbertson Elementary School • Union School (After school only) • Washington Jr. High • Woodland Elementary School
On-Site Schools
• Forest Park Individual Education School (After school care only) • M.J. Cunningham Elementary School (Before and after school care)
• Isaac Singleton Elementary School (After school care)
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 Dates: The following codes are shown after a date to denote which school districts have the day off of school: - oliet • P-Plainfield • M-Minooka • T-Troy • R-Rockdale E-Elwood • L/OV-Laraway & Oak Valley • U-Union August 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E September 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J September 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J October 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .T-J-U October 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J-U October 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M November 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E November 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J November 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E November 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M-T-J November 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M-T-J-U November 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J-U November 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .THANKSGIVING DAY November 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J-U December 21-January 3 . . . . . . . . . . .TROY WINTER BREAK December 22-January 7 . . . . . . . . . . .JOLIET WINTER BREAK December 25-January 9 . . . . . . . . . . .MINOOKA WINTER BREAK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ELWOOD WINTER BREAK December 25-January 5 . . . . . . . . . . .UNION WINTER BREAK January 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J February 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J February 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-U February 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J-U March 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J March 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J March 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-M-T-J March 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U March 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J March 26-April 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ELWOOD, TROY, JOLIET & UNION SPRING BREAK March 26-April 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MINOOKA SPRING BREAK April 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .J May 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-T-J-U *dates subject to change
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
FAMILY NIGHTS
BRIGHT NEW BEGINNINGS
SEPTEMBER
PINT-SIZE PUPILS
THERE IS A Y IN EVERY FAMILY Family Bingo Night
OCTOBER
Pint Size Pupils is designed to help your young learner develop to their fullest potential. Through a variety of fun activities that include both structured and open play, our dedicated staff members teach, model and reinforce the Y’s Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Outdoor Movie Night (Halloween Edition)
Choose Your Days!
2017-18 School Year Rates Prices per month
2 Days 3 Days 5 Days
$110/$220 $165/$330 $275/$550
Program Hours 12:30-3 p.m.
Attention Pre-School Families This Kindergarten prep program is designed for preschool children ages 3-5. Weekly activities will help to develop sociali ation skills while introducing colors, shapes, letters numbers and more through a child-centered approach. Activities include arts and crafts, gym play, and more. Children must be potty trained. To learn more, please contact: Marlene Kirsch Youth and Family Director (815) 744-3939, ext. 315 mkirsch@jolietymca.org
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Friday, Sept. 8 • 6:15-7:15 p.m. Galowich Family YMCA Friday, Sept. 8 • 6:15-7:15 p.m. Smith Family YMCA
Friday, Oct. 13 • dusk Galowich Family YMCA movie starts at dusk
NOVEMBER
This program is designed for preschool and kindergarten-aged children, ages 3-5. The focus will be on developing sociali ation skills, as well as introducing colors, shapes, letters and numbers. Children will participate in learning activities, craft projects, music, gym play and more. Children must be potty trained.
DECEMBER
Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs
Back to School Edition
Magic Portal to... Super-Villain Island Friday, Nov. 24 • 6:30-8 p.m. Smith Family YMCA
A Very Grinch Christmas Friday, Dec. 15 • 7-8:30 p.m. Galowich Family YMCA
Please note: For all family night events, children must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required.
Free • Open to All
Education & Leadership
BELIEVE IN YOUR POTENTIAL
COLLEGE READINESS PROGRAMS Grades 9-12 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.
Financial Aid and FAFSA Workshop Led by Patrick Ackerman from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, this session is designed to help students and their families understand and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Date Thursday, October 19 • 6-8 p.m. Location Galowich Family YMCA 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, 60431 Cost $5 for YMCA Facility Members $10 for Community Members
College Tour and Empowerment Session Participants will spend the day visiting Northwestern University and participate in empowerment workshops led by YMCA Teen Achievers Program leaders. Breakfast and a box lunch will be included. Date Saturday, December 9 • 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Departing Location Galowich Family YMCA 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, 60431 Cost $20 for YMCA Facility Members $30 for Community Members
Register Today! Visit www.jolietymca.org or contact Teen and Young Adult Advancement Program Manager Lynette Sartori at (815) 729-9638, ext. 611 or via email at lsartori@jolietymca.org. 2017 Fall Program Guide - Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs l 11
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
Youth Basketball League
ACHIEVE MORE TOGETHER AS A TEAM When kids play sports, they get more than just exercise. Besides being physically healthier, they have higher self-esteem and a healthier body image. Kids who play sports perform better in school, develop better interpersonal skills, and work better in groups. The Y Youth Sports program maximi es the positive effects of playing sports by emphasi ing healthy competition and promoting teamwork. The Y focuses on the life lessons that can be learned from sports, and coaches strive to instill a positive self-image in each player. Most importantly, in the YMCA league, everyone plays and everyone wins!
Divisions Jr. YBL (Ages 4-Kindergarten) Games will be played Saturday mornings at the Galowich Family YMCA, Smith Family YMCA or Heritage Trail Elementary School. Grades 1-2 and 3-4 Games will be played Saturday mornings at the Galowich Family YMCA, Smith Family YMCA, Heritage Trail or Troy Crossroads Elementary School. Grades 5-6 Games will be played Saturday mornings at the Galowich Family YMCA, Smith Family YMCA or Troy Crossroads Elementary School. Grades 7-8 and 9-12 Games will be played on Tuesdays evenings at a Plainfield school or Saturday mornings at the Galowich Family YMCA, Smith Family YMCA or at our Troy location. This division will play against teams from across our association throughout the season. Teams in grades 5-12 will play in a tournament at the end of the season against teams from across our YMCA association. Game times/days are subject to change due to gym availability.
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Important Dates to Remember Coaches Meeting for All Leagues Thursday, November 16, 6-7 p.m. Galowich Family YMCA Practices Weekday evenings beginning January 8, 2018 Team Pictures Saturday, January 13, 2018 Games Season begins January 20, 2018 End of Season Celebration Information will be announced before the conclusion of the season.
Fall Sports Leagues
Youth Basketball League
FREE CLINICS
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE!
Come to our free YBL clinics to get ready for the basketball season. These clinics will be run by the Sports Department staff with the help of some of our volunteer coaches to go over different drills and skills players will need throughout the season.
Registration Information
Ages
Grade
Days/Times/Dates
Dates & Fees Early Bird By October 31 November 1-12 After November 12
4-7
Pre-K-2nd
Mondays Nov. 27 Dec. 4
6-7 p.m. Dec. 11
8-10
3rd-4th
Tuesdays Nov. 28 Dec. 5
6-7 p.m. Dec. 12
11-12
5th-6th
Mondays Nov. 27 Dec. 4
7-8 p.m. Dec. 11
13-18
7th-12th
Tuesdays Nov. 28 Dec. 5
7-8 p.m. Dec. 12
$50/$100 $55/$110 $60/$120
Uniforms will not be guaranteed by the first game for those who register after November 12.
Register by Sunday, November 12 and still have time to participate in our FREE two-week preseason clinic! To register, please visit www.jolietymca.org or contact Sports Director Michael Taylor at ext. 307 or via email at mtaylor@jolietymca.org.
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
Youth Flag Football League The Y’s Youth Flag Football League gives children and their families a memorable football experience every time they step on the field. In a safe and fun environment, players will learn the fundamentals of football along with offensive and defensive skills. All players receive a football jersey that they’re able to keep at the end of the season. September 9-November 4 Registration Deadline August 6 Fees By July 31 $45/$90 August 1-6 $50/$100 After August 6 $55/$110 Divisions Pre-K-Kindergarten Grades 1-2 Grades 3-4 Grades 5-6 14 l 2017 Fall Program Guide - Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs
Aquatics & Swimming
TURKEY SWIM NOVEMBER 17 What on Earth is a Turkey Swim?
POOL INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE CHALLENGE Have you ever wanted to test your skills on the Y s a esome pool in atable Give it your best shot at this super fun event. Blue swimmers will be able to go down the entire length, Yellow swimmers will be able to go halfway, and Red swimmers will be required to wear a life jacket and will be able to go to the first quarter. Red swimmers will also require a parent in the water at all times. Please pre-register for this event. Ages 6 and Up
FREE/$5
6:45-8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 20 Friday, December 8
Galowich Family YMCA
Open to All
This is your chance to find out! Families are invited to attend the Galowich Family YMCA’s First Annual Turkey Swim. Join us at the pool and tackle our In atable Obstacle Course for a chance to take home a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner! Proceeds from this super fun event will benefit the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. Ages 15 and Up $5 Friday, November 17 6:30-9 p.m. Galowich Family YMCA Please note: Blue level swimmers will be able to participate without an adult in the water. However, Red and Yellow level swimmers will be required to have a parent in the water to participate in this event.
Open to All
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
SKILLS FOR LIFE
American Red Cross Lifeguarding The can help you 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 an appointment with the Aquatics Director, please call your local branch. Refunds will not be given for students who do not successfully complete the class. Class must have a minimum of three participants in order to run. Additional certificates trainings will be available at the end of each class: Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine Auto Injector, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Administering Emergency Oxygen. Attendance at every class is mandatory. Upon successful completion, certification cards will be issued.
Ages 15 and Up
$200/$225
Galowich Family YMCA Mondays-Fridays 4-9:30 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. September 11-15 October 20-21 October 27-28 November 20-22 and 25 December 18-22 Smith Family YMCA Fridays Saturdays September 8-9 September 15-16 October 13-14 October 20-21
4:30-9:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monday-Saturday November 20-26
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
(No class November 23)
Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. December 26-30
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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 $125/$150 Smith Family YMCA Thursdays-Fridays 4:30-9:30 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. September 21-23 October 26-28 November 16-18 Wednesdays-Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. December 20-22
Aquatics & Swimming
JOLIET Y JETS
SWIM TEAM SWIM CLINICS
One of the area’s most HISTORIC youth swimming clubs, the Joliet Y JETS Swim Team is a year-round competitive swimming program that offers instruction and training for swimmers, ages six and up. This is your opportunity to spend a week with our coaches to learn new drills, improve your swimming skills and meet members of the JETS family.
August 28-31 Joliet Smith Family YMCA Plainfield C.W. Avery Family YMCA (Ages 5-10)
6:30-7:30 p.m. 7-8 p.m.
September 5-8 Morris Morris Community High School Plainfield C.W. Avery Family YMCA (Ages 11-18) Joliet Galowich Family YMCA
5:30-6:30 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m.
COST $25 Swimmers do not need to be YMCA facility members to participate in the clinic. At the completion of the clinic, swimmers who wish to join the team will be given a group placement along with registration materials.
SIGN-UP TODAY To register for the clinic, call the Y at (815) 729-9622, visit www.jolietymca.org or stop by your local branch today.
No mandatory competition or practice attendance!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JETS CONTACT:
All JETS Swim Team participants must have a YMCA Facility Membership. Facility Members en oy use of the ’s indoor pool, gym, fitness equipment and racquetball courts at the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s four locations. Members also enjoy discounted prices on other programs throughout the year.
Head Coach Dave Hedden Phone: (815) 726-3939 Email: dhedden@jolietymca.org www.jetsyswimteam.org
Our positive, professional coaching staff not only builds strong swimmers, but strong values as well. We develop all swimmers, ages six and older, from beginners to elite!
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
STRONG SWIMMERS
CONFIDENT KIDS In Y classes, not only are you taught how to swim in a caring way, but you also learn about yourself, about safety and rescue skills and about water activities you can enjoy for a lifetime.
THERE’S AN AQUATICS PROGRAM FOR EVERYONE. GENERAL POOL RULES OPEN SWIM: All members may participate in activities in the pool during open swim. All children (under 16) will be swim tested. Children (under 10) must be accompanied by an adult on the pool deck. Children who do not pass the Yellow or Blue swim test, must also be accompanied by an adult in the water. LAP SWIM: There is always one lane available for lap swimming for members. Children, who pass the blue test, are permitted in the lap lanes and must be swimming laps. Swimmers in the lap lanes must swim continuous laps without stopping so as to not interfere with others sharing the lap lane.
POOL POLICIES SWIM TEST POLICY Children under 16 years of age will be swim tested by the guard on duty and will be required to wear the appropriate wristband for the duration of their visit. Testing MUST be done with every visit. BLUE & YELLOW SWIMMERS under 10 years of age MUST have at least one supervising parent in the pool area at all times at a ratio of one adult to every three children. RED SWIMMERS MUST have at least one parent IN THE WATER at all times at a ratio of one adult to every three children. Red swimmers shorter than 4 feet, 6 inches must wear a Coast Guard Approved otation 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 hori ontal swim 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 enter the pool at the guard chair and swim to the shallow end of the pool using a hori ontal swim stroke without stopping or having assistance. Yellow wristband swimmers are not permitted past the 5 foot marker. The Yellow Test must be done without a life jacket. RED WRISTBAND TEST All swimmers under 16 years of age who do not pass Blue or Yellow Swim Tests will be issued a Red wristband. Red swimmers MUST wear a life jacket at all times if they are shorter than 4 feet, 6 inches tall. Red swimmers are not permitted past the 4 foot marker. 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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New l ve Swim Lelum Curricu
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 level after the first day of class, please speak to your child’s instructor. 2. Children will be moved up to the next level once all of the skills in the previous level have been mastered. Many skills in certain levels are dependent on physical development, strength and coordination. Please remember that each child is unique and develops at his or her own rate, and that progression through these levels varies greatly. 3. The Aquatics Department reserves the right to cancel and/or combine classes due to low enrollment. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. All program fees are non-refundable.
Aquatics & Swimming
STAGE DESCRIPTIONS
SWIM STARTERS
SWIM BASICS
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.
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, oating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.
Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills:
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.
4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION
5 / STROKE DEVELOPMENT
6 / STROKE MECHANICS
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butter y 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.
• Swim, oat, swim sequencing front glide, roll, back oat, roll, front glide, and exit • Jump, push, turn, grab
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.
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FOR HEALTHY LIVING WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO? Improving the nation’s health and well-being. 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 1–6
12+ 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 1-6
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 3-6, 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 oat 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 15-up
ages 13-14
TEEN & ADULT SWIM STROKES ages 15-up
YES = see questions for Stages 4-6, recommended ages 13-14
FOCUS ON SWIM SKILLS Private Swim Lessons One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are available. Instructors can be requested, however, availability may vary. Ages 4 and Up $50/$100 5 lessons 30 minutes each
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 23.
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
AQUATIC LEADERSHIP INTRO
YES
VARSITY AQUATIC LEADERSHIP
CONDITIONING* ages 6-14 • maximum 20 students
*Must pass Level 6 to register.
ages 10-14 • maximum 10 students
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
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. Schedules must be arranged with the Aquatics Director. Semi-private swimming lessons begin one week after group swimming lessons. Two registrations for semi-private lessons must be made with two semiprivate swim lesson participants. These two participants must go at the same time with the same instructor for each class. Ages 3 and Up 5 lessons 30 minutes each $50/$100
Adaptive Swim Lessons Our adaptive swim lesson program is designed for children with special needs. Each session starts one week after group swim lessons. 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. Participants may be placed individually or with other participants. In order to ensure that each participant is placed in the proper setting, instructor approval is required in order to register. Adaptive swim lesson request forms are available at the Membership Desk. Ages 4-14 5 lessons 30 minutes each $50/$100
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA—5 WEEK SWIM LESSON SESSIONS Parent-Child Swim Lesson Stage Age Range
A 6 mo-2
B 2-5
Pre-School 1 3-5
2 3-5
3 3-5
Youth 4 3-5
1 6-12
2 6-12
3 6-14
Teen/Adult
4 6-14
5 6-14
6 6-14
Basics 13-up
Strokes 13-up
Monday 4:15-4:45 p.m.
X
4:50-5:20 p.m.
X
5:25-5:55 p.m.
X X
X
X
X
X
6-6:30 p.m.
X
X
X
X
X
X
Tuesday 4:15-4:45 p.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.
X
5:25-5:55 p.m.
X X
X
X X
X
6-6:30 p.m.
X
X X
X
X
Wednesday 4:15-4:45 p.m.
X
4:50-5:20 p.m.
X X
5:25-5:55 p.m.
X
X
X
X
6-6:30 p.m.
X
X
X
Thursday 4:15-4:45 p.m.
X
X
X
4:50-5:20 p.m.
X
5:25-5:55 p.m.
X
X
X
X
X
6-6:30 p.m.
X
X
X
X
Saturday 9-9:30 a.m.
X
9:35-10:05 a.m. 10:10-10:40 a.m. 10:45-11:15 a.m.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X X
X X
11:20-11:50 a.m.
X X
REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE! Registration is available in person or online at www.jolietymca.org.
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X
X
X
Aquatics & Swimming SMITH FAMILY YMCA—5 WEEK SWIM LESSON SESSIONS Parent-Child Swim Lesson Stage Age Range
A 6 mo-2
B 2-5
Pre-School 1 3-5
2 3-5
X
X
3 3-5
Youth 4 3-5
1 6-12
2 6-12
3 6-14
Teen/Adult
4 6-14
5 6-14
6 6-14
Basics 13-up
Strokes 13-up
Monday 4:15-4:45 p.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.
X X
5:25-5:55 p.m.
X
X
X
X X
X
X
6-6:30 p.m.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Tuesday 9:30-10 a.m.
X
X
X
10:05-10:35 a.m.
X
X
4:50-5:20 p.m.
X
X
x
X
X X
5:25-5:55 p.m. Wednesday 4:15-4:45 p.m.
X
X
X
X
4:50-5:20 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.
X
X
X
X
6-6:30 p.m. Thursday 9:30-10 a.m.
X
X
10:05-10:35 a.m.
X
X
Saturday 9:30-10 a.m.
X
X
X
X
10:05-10:35 a.m.
X
10:40-11:10 a.m.
X
X
X
X X X
X
X
GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs—SESSION DATES & FEES Session Dates
Weeks
Early Bird Deadline
August 28-October 1
5
Monday, August 21
Session 2
October 2-November 5
5
Monday, September 25
Session 3
November 6-December17
5
Monday, October 30
Session 1
Stages A & B Stages 1-6 Teens/Adults
Prorated for Labor Day, no lessons
Prorated for Halloween, no lessons
No lessons during week of Thanksgiving
Early Bird Price • $35/$70 Early Bird Price • $35/$70 Early Bird Price • $35/$70
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA—Stage 7 Swim Lesson Graduate Tracks Pre-Conditioning
Conditioning
AQ Leadership Introduction
AQ Leadership Varsity
Mondays
AQ Sports & Games 6-7 p.m.
Tuesdays
5-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
Schedule
Schedule
to be
to be
Determined
Determined
Wednesdays Thursdays
5-6 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
6-7 p.m.
Fridays Saturdays
SMITH FAMILY YMCA—Stage 7 Swim Lesson Graduate Tracks Pre-Conditioning
Conditioning
AQ Leadership Introduction
AQ Leadership Varsity
6-7 p.m.
Schedule
AQ Sports & Games
Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays
to be 5-6 p.m.
5-6 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Thursdays Fridays
Determined
6-7 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m.
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Saturdays
GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs—STAGE 7 SESSION DATES & FEES Session Dates Session 2-3 10 Week Session
Weeks October 2-December17
10
Early Bird Price • $70/$140 |
Early Bird Deadline Monday, September 25
Price After Deadline • $75/$145
REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE! Registration is available in person or online at www.jolietymca.org.
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FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF Ho, Ho, Ho Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge November 13-January 6 • $20 Ages 16 and Up Our eight-week Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge will help you get in shape and keep the weight off this holiday season. We have a great plan to help you adopt healthy eating and exercise habits while saying ‘No’ to those tempting holiday cravings. Are you up for the challenge? If you can maintain your weight within 2 pounds for 8 weeks, you will receive your money back in the form of a MCA voucher that can be used towards any fitness program, including personal training. If you gain more than 2 pounds during this eight-week challenge, your $20 fee will be donated in your name to your local branch’s Annual Giving Campaign. As part of this fun-filled Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge, you will receive: • A one-of-a-kind YMCA Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge T-shirt • Three weigh-ins: weeks 1 and 8 (mandatory) and week 4 (optional) • Weekly emails with workout tips, healthy holiday recipes and special fitness challenges, designed specifically for our Weight Maintenance Challenge participants
Let’s have a little fun this holiday season! Together, we will help you celebrate the holiday season happy and healthy!
STAYING ACTIVE FOR LIFE Enhance®Fitness
Designed for older adults of all fitness levels, this program aims to improve endurance, strength, balance and exibility. Of all Enhance®Fitness’ multiple benefits though, the one that matters most is that it’s a great time. This class will reduce your arthritis symptoms with safe, low impact exercises led by certified instructors in a relaxed atmosphere that promotes fun, laughter, friendship and smiles. Classes meet three days a week and will be taught in a relaxed atmosphere that encourages social interaction and fellowship.
REGISTER TODAY! Facility Members Included in membership Community Members $75 Mondays 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays 10:20 a.m. Fridays 11 a.m. Classes run August 28-December 15 Community Members with a doctor’s referral are invited to register for their first session of Enhance® Fitness for free. To learn more, please contact the Enhance® Fitness Director at your local branch.
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FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being.
Fitness Consultations Y staff members are excited to help you begin your fitness ourney Fitness consultations are great for members with some workout experience but who are interested in learning how to most effectively utili e the equipment in the wellness center. This also includes a short fitness assessment and goal setting. Appointments can be made online or at the Membership Desk. Free for Facility Members. FREE
Fitness Assessments One of our certified personal trainers will measure your body composition, muscular exibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance and cardiovascular endurance. This is an invaluable tool in planning a workout program. As Arranged $20/$40
Body Composition Testing ellness enter ertification This class is required for teens that wish to have access to our Wellness Center. The class is designed to give a comprehensive and informative training so teens can properly utili e strength and cardio equipment. Teens will be required to pass a written and practical test the day of the course to receive certification. Please note: For safety reasons, teens WILL NOT be allowed to use the free weights or plate-loaded equipment. You must be a Facility Member to participate. Ages 13-15 Galowich Family YMCA Mon.-Thu. 5:30-7 p.m. Smith Family YMCA By appointment
Your body is made up of water, lean mass and fat mass. We can determine if you are carrying a healthy amount of fat mass through skin fold measurements, bioelectric impedance and BMI analysis. As Arranged $10/$20
OUR PERSONAL TRAINERS
KEEPING YOU HEALTHY Whether you’re ust 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 www.jolietymca.org
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ADVANCE & ENHANCE YOUR LIFE
FEEL HEALTHIER BE STRONGER Personal Training Are you ready to make a substantial change in your workouts?
Diabetes Prevention Program
Please contact our Health, Wellness and Sports Director Michael Taylor at ext. 307 or via email at mtaylor@jolietymca.org or Health and Wellness Coordinator Alissa Koenig at ext. 414 or via email at akoenig@jolietymca.org to get yourself registered for a wellness consultation and see how personal training can help you!
The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program helps adults at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes reduce their risk for developing the disease by taking steps that will improve their overall health and well-being. Featuring a CDC-approved curriculum, this yearlong program includes 16 weekly sessions, plus additional bi-weekly and monthly sessions, in a classroom-based setting. Our goal is to help you reduce your body weight by seven percent and increase your activity level to 150 minutes per week. Adults with a BMI of 25 or above, who are at risk or have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, are eligible to participate. Fee $429 Classes are forming now. For more information, please contact Health & Wellness Director Susan Krause at (815) 267-8600, ext. 214 or via email at skrause@jolietymca.org.
60 minute sessions Price per person for number of sessions purchased at a time. Payment plans are available for packages of 12 or more.
Discounts are available for Y members, those with a doctor’s referral and for those who pay in full. These discounts can also be combined. Financial assistance is also available.
Are you tired of doing the same routine? Why not try personal training? With our personal trainers here daily, they are always ready to help you take your workout to the next level and help you meet your fitness goals. Why not take a chance and see how many results you can achieve through hard work?
Individual 1 $45 4 $148 8 $268 12 $372 24 $711
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$75 $220 $336 $468 $888
Group 2 1 $32 4 $105 8 $185 12 $264 24 $502
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$45 $155 $280 $369 $702
SPECIAL OFFER FOR FIRST TIME PERSONAL TRAINING CLIENTS Buy three personal training sessions for $99. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Must be redeemed during your first 90 days of membership.
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GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA 749 Houbolt Road • Joliet, Il 60431 All programs and events listed on page 29-31 will be held at the Galowich Family YMCA. To view Smith Family YMCA programs, please see page 32.
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
HAVE FUN AND
STAY HEALTY
Biddy Soccer
Basketball Skills & Scrimmage
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 Mondays 4:45-5:30 p.m. $20/$40 8/28-9/25 10/2-10/30
Under the guidance of a YMCA instructor, players will work on skill progressions, drills, ball movement, defense and game strategy. Ages 4-9 Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 Ages 10-13 Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1
Karate: Beginner/Advanced Internationally certified instructors teach the ’s karate program. Students are trained in basic and advanced karate skills, including mental and physical fitness, ata (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 and Up Mondays 6-7 p.m. $25/$50 8/28-9/25 10/2-10/30 11/6-12/11
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
STAYING STRONG
Teen Fit 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! Ages 8-17 Tue./Thu. 4:45-5:30 p.m. $15/$30 8/29-9/28 10/3-11/2 11/7-12/14
Youth Soccer 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 Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/28-9/26 10/3-10/31
Flag Football Floor Hockey Floor Hockey is a great introduction into the world of hockey! In this class, we will focus on the importance of passing, stickhandling and shooting. Throughout the session, participants will play different skill games and oor hockey games. Ages 7-12 7:30-8:30 p.m. $25/$50 Tuesdays 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
SPRINT (Sports Performance Readiness Intensive Training) This program is great for athletes trying to gain a competitive edge. During class time, we will incorporate high-intensity cycle and other cardio exercises, speed and agility training, power and strength conditioning, as well as some tips on stretching, nutrition and injury prevention. Ages 8-13 Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14
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This class will teach your child the basics of ag football. During class, athletes will work on catching, passing, speed and agility. Participants will also play in games. This is a great class to prelude the YMCA’s Youth Flag Football League. Ages 7-12 Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Cycle & Sculpt
Aqua Aerobics
In a small group setting, you’ll work closely with a YMCA instructor to perform a variety of exercises tailored to your abilities. You’ll burn more calories, learn proper strength training exercises and get a great workout! Ages 18 and Up $10/$20 Day/Time Wednesdays 5:15-5:45 p.m. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13
If you’re looking for an excellent aquatics workout to get your heart pumping, join us for our Aqua Aerobics class! Set to motivating music, this excellent program combines water resistance training and aerobics to improve your toning and endurance. Water shoes are recommended. Ages 14 and Up 8/29-9/28 11/7-12/14 FREE/$60 10/3-11/2 Day/Time Tue./Thu. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Group Cycle TRX Suspension Training delivers an effective total-body workout that helps you build true functional strength and improve exibility, balance and core stability all at once Workouts can be modified for all fitness levels, including beginners, seniors and pro athletes. Ages 18 and Up $20/$40 Day/Time Thursdays 5:15-6:15 p.m. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/24 11/7-12/12
Swimnastics
TRX Suspension Training
We work with both beginner swimmers and advanced swimmers to try to meet their swimming goals. It doesn’t matter if you want to learn better stroke technique or if you just want to get comfortable in the water. We would love to have you in class so you can start meeting those goals. Sign up today!
TRX Suspension Training delivers an effective total-body workout that helps you build true functional strength and improve exibility, balance and core stability all at once Workouts can be modified for all fitness levels, including beginners, seniors and pro athletes. Ages 186 and Up $40/$80 Day/Time Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/24 11/7-12/12 Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13
This fun, high-energy class promotes exibility, improved circulation, muscle toning and cardiovascular conditioning. Ages 14 and Up 8/28-9/29 11/6-12/15 FREE/$90 10/2-11/3 Day/Time Mon., Wed., Fri. 8-9 a.m.
Teen/Adult Swim Lessons
Ages 13 and Up $40/$80 9/2-9/30 11/11-12/16 10/7-11/4 Day/Time Saturdays
11:20-11:50 a.m.
Women on Weights In a small group setting, you’ll work closely with a YMCA instructor to perform a variety of exercises tailored to your abilities. You’ll burn more calories, learn proper strength training exercises and get a great workout! Ages 18 and Up $25/$50 Day/Time Wednesdays 7:15-8 p.m. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13
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SMITH FAMILY YMCA
1350 South Briggs Street • Joliet, IL 60433 All programs and events listed on pages 33-3 will be held at the Smith Family YMCA. To view Galowich Family YMCA programs, please see page 28.
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
CHALLENGE
EXTENDED EVERYONE BELONGS AT THE Y Biddy Soccer This is a fun and fast-moving class that teachespreschoolers the basics of soccer, including dribbling, passing, ball handling, kicking and trapping. Ages 4-6 Mondays 9:15-10 a.m. $20/$40 8/28-9/25 10/2-10/30
Flag Football This class will teach your child the basics of ag football. During class, athletes will work on catching, passing, speed and agility. Participants will also play in games. This is a great class to prelude the YMCA’s Youth Flag Football League. Ages 7-12 Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
Floor Hockey Floor Hockey is a great introduction into the world of hockey! In this class, we will focus on the importance of passing, stickhandling and shooting. Throughout the session, participants will play different skill games and oor hockey games. Ages 7-12 Thursdays 7:30-8:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Lay-Up Line
Shooter’s Touch Basketball Clinic
Are you having trouble making baskets close to the rim? Are you not finishing your lay-ups as frequently as you should This class will focus on the necessary skills needed to master the art of close-range shooting on the basketball court. Ages 6-14 Thursdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. $20/$40 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
This weekly clinic is designed to help participants improve their jumper by focusing on form, balance, hand-eye coordination and release. Expect to attempt approximately 200 or more jump shots per class. Ages 8-16 Tuesdays 5-6 p.m. $20/$40 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31
Karate: Beginner/Advanced
Teen Fit
Internationally certified instructors teach the ’s karate program. Students are trained in basic and advanced karate skills, including mental and physical fitness, ata (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 8-13 Thursdays 6-7 p.m. $25/$50 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14
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! Ages 8-17 Mon./Wed. 5:30-6:15 p.m. $15/$30 8/28-9/27 10/2-11/1 11/6-12/13
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Youth Soccer 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 Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. $25/$50 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Registration is required for all water fitness classes, including Rusty Hinges.
Aqua Soothe This gentle water exercise program provides low-impact exercises designed to increase mobility, alleviate pain and stiffness and increase range of motion. Swimming ability is not necessary to participate in the program. Ages 40 and Up FREE/$70 Day/Time Tue./Thu. 11 a.m.-Noon 8/29-9/28 10/3-11/2 11/7-12/14
Flowing Forms
WATER FITNESS These classes are all FREE to Facility Members. Community members can sign up by session for specific classes or purchase a 10-visit punch pass ($70) to try them all.
The goal of Flowing Forms is to reduce stress while increasing strength and exibility. Our certified instructor will guide you through traditional yoga poses incorporated into an aquatic environment. The water allows for greater stability, while at the same time providing more resistance. Swimming ability is not necessary to participate. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$70 Day/Time Mon./Fri. 8:30-9:30 a.m. 8/28-9/25 10/2-10/30 11/6-12/4
Water Fitness Packages This package gives you access to all four morning water fitness classes. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$150 Mornings Mon.-Thu. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Evenings Mon.-Thu. 6:30-730 p.m. 8/28-10/1 10/2-11/5 11/6-12/17
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FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being. H2O Cardio tili ing both the shallow and deep ends of the pool, this class provides an excellent workout that combines water resistance, weights and aerobics to increase toning and endurance. To participate, you must be comfortable swimming in the deep end without a otation device. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$35 Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. 8/28-9/25 10/2-10/30 11/6-12/11 Tuesdays
8:30-9:30 a.m. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12
Wednesdays
8:30-9:30 a.m. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1
11/8-12/13
H2O Cardio Core In this class, you will perform exercises similar to those in the regular H2O Cardio class, but in shallow water only. We incorporate workouts that keep your feet on the pool oor in order to increase your balance and core strength. Swimming ability is not necessary to participate. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$35 Fridays 6:30-7:30 p.m. 9/1-9/29 10/4-11/1 11/10-12/15
Rusty Hinges Taught by longtime instructor Angie Manheim, this water fitness program will benefit those who suffer from oint or mobility problems, are recovering from surgery, or simply need a slow, gentle form of exercise. A wheelchair pool lift is available. Ten-visit punch passes are also available for Community Members. Ages 40 and Up FREE/$85 Mon./Wed./Fri. 11 a.m.-Noon 8/28-9/29 10/2-11/3 11/6-12/15
Splash & Step Have fun and get fit with this full-body cardio workout Steps are placed in the pool for participants to enjoy an aquatic version of step aerobics. Spots are limited by equipment availability, so don’t delay register today Swimming ability is not necessary to participate. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$35 Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13 Thursdays
8:30-9:30 a.m. 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2
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Wave Walkers This impact-free workout in the deep end of the pool is excellent for men and women of all ages who want a challenging cardio workout that also develops muscular strength training and toning. Resistance exercises using bungees hitched to oat belts will be included. Participants must be comfortable swimming in the deep end without a otation device. Ages 15 and Up FREE/$17 Fridays 7:30-8 p.m. 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 36 l 2017 Fall Program Guide - Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs
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 • Plan our annual Giving Gala • Coach our youth sports teams • Motivate and support youths in our teen programs to help them build the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices, and the pursuit of higher education and goals • Participate in opportunities to give back and support our neighbors through community service projects and events Our volunteers also play an important role in the success, quality and quantity of the programs we offer. We welcome and appreciate anyone 16 years of age or older who volunteers his or her time and expertise. A background check must be completed before volunteers are allowed to participate in any Y program or activity. To begin volunteering at the Y, please contact: Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs Anna Miller- Membership Engagement Champion amiller@jolietymca.org Ext. 433
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY Greater Joliet Area YMCA 2017 Annual Campaign The Y. For a better us.
The YMCA has been called the “alphabet soup” of social service because we address a variety of needs through our innovative and values-driven programming. In an ever-changing world, we answer each community’s call for help with open arms, working alongside community partners like our schools, healthcare providers and other agencies to help our neighbors thrive. Last year, the four-branches within the Greater Joliet Area YMCA answered 8,000 calls for help in the form of $1.1 million in scholarship assistance to make our facilities, programs and services accessible for all. Each year, that need grows. And yet our arms open wider. At the YMCA, no one is turned away for the inability to pay. We maintain this commitment thanks to gifts from donors like you. Your tax-deductible gift to our YMCA helps teach children to swim, gives seniors a place to connect with others and build strength, provides families with a place to grow together, and allows children to experience stability and the joy of learning in our care. Consider a meaningful gift to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA this year. Your contribution represents an investment in our neighbors, friends and community’s future.
TOGETHER WE CAN BUILD A BETTER US $50
Provides a child with eight weeks of life-saving swim lessons.
$100
$200
Gives two kids the chance to learn new skills and make new friends by playing seven weeks of youth sports.
Sends a child to one-week of summer day camp where they engage in exciting, safe and healthy activities while making life-long friendships.
$500
$1,000
$2,500
Provides a senior with a one-year membership to pursue a healthy lifestyle.
Provides two children with six weeks of safe, nurturing and fun before and after school care.
Sends five local high school students on a life-changing three-day, multi-college tour.
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CHAIRMAN’S ROUNDTABLE BANNER CLUB DONORS
Partnering for a Healthier Community by Supporting the YMCA Annual Campaign Banner Club Donors are some of the YMCA’s most committed supporters. Their gifts to the Annual Campaign provide scholarship support to ensure that a Y experience is possible for everyone, regardless of their ability to afford it. These gifts are celebrated with a custom banner, bearing a company logo, family photo
or an image from one of our impactful Y programs. Donations totaling $1,000 receive a banner in one of our four branches, while gifts of $5,000 or more are celebrated with a banner in all four branches. The lists below are for the period of June 1, 2016, through June 1, 2017.
CORPORATE BANNER CLUB-Business and individual donors of $2,000 or more Ahoyt Family Dental Dr. & Mrs. Justin Ahoyt American Heart Association Anonymous (2) Jim and Carol Baum Dr. & Mrs. Frank Bender BMO Harris Bank- Joliet Guy and Jan Christensen The Community Foundation of Grundy County Tom and Sandy Cowgill The Crane Fund for Widows and Children The Don DeGeus Family Eastern Illinois NECA/IBEW Local 176
Ecolab Ron and Jeannine Evenson Paul Gant ert Grainger GT Mechanical Holly Club of Joliet Joliet Township Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kegley Kinder Morgan Lambert Memorial Fund for Children Massage Envy of Plainfield and Shorewood Midland States Bank Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers Neal and Phyllis Macdonald
Northstar Credit Union Presence St. Joseph Medical Center Gus P. and Deborah Rousonelos Silver Cross Hospital Sis Schmidt Richard and Mary Searls The Brad and Maureen Stein Family Thomas Jeschke Agricultural Education Opportunity Fund United Way of Grundy County United Way of Will County The Dan and Tracey Vogen Family Nancy Felman Vincent YMCA of the USA
FAMILY BANNER CLUB-Business and individual donors of $1,000 or more Judy Avery Shirl Avery The Ryan and Lisa Behounek Family Kathy Blessent Cybex International Klint and Kay DeGeus Ed and Gloria Dollinger Drover’s Trail Natural Farms- The David and Koren Finnestad Family The Bob and Missy Durkin Family The Maurice and Tebrena Fears Family Michael and Nanette Fitton The Tony and Carolyn Hamilton Family Larry and Carol Hemdal The Carlos and Sherry Interial Family The Scott and Julie Jackson Family
The Jason Clearwater Memorial Fund Paul and Donna Jeschke The Brad and Judy Johnstone Family Ron and athy a mar Grandma Judy Kirkeeng Stan and Beth Laken Dr. Michael and Mrs. Susan Lee Harlow and Margaret Lockwood The Nick and Kathy Macris Family The Katherine Maloney Family The Eric and Victoria Matway Family Councilman Terry Morris NRG Energy Inc. Kevin and Mary Olson Park Vending The Greg and Susan Peyla Family
Support from donors enabled more than 8,000 children, seniors and families to access YMCA programs and services in 2016. Each year, that number grows. But the Y stands ready to help because of investors like you.
Reach Sports Marketing Group Gus and Diane Rousonelos The Danny and Colleen Rubio Family Tami Sender Wes and Esther Shaw Rex Slagel The Carl and Wendy Smith Family Touchdown Services The Jim and Marge Watts Family Dr. & Mrs. Larry Wiers The Dr. Phil & Mrs. Julie Wilkinson Family Ron and Jackie Wohlwend Al and Donna an ola Barb and Kristin Ziegner
For more information, contact Julie Wilkinson, Senior Director of Development, at 815.782.0825 or jwilkinson@jolietymca.org.
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EXPLORE THE Y
Staff Directory
C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA (815) 267-8600
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA (815) 744-3939
Lisa Behounek – Executive Director lbehounek@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 206
Danny Rubio – Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 317
Michele Brown – Membership Director mbrown@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 204
Ashley Banevicius – Youth & Family Coordinator abanevicius@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 316
Alissa Koenig – Health & Wellness Coordinator akoenig@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 414 Anna Miller – Membership Engagement Champion amiller@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 433 Rachel Pescitani – Aquatics Director rpescitani@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 417 Michael Taylor – Health, Wellness & Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307
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
Brooke Hall – Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 309
Jared Freeh – Facilities & Grounds Director jfreeh@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 216
Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315
METROPOLITAN OFFICE (815) 729-9638
Dori Fugate – Membership Engagement Champion dfugate@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 210
Alissa Koenig – Health & Wellness Coordinator akoenig@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 414
James Watts – President & CEO jwatts@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 312
Anna Miller – Membership Engagement Champion amiller@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 433
Jenna Bay – Graphic Design & Brand Manager jbay@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 310
Christopher Interial – Youth & Adult Sports Manager cinterial@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 219 Susan Krause – Health & Wellness Director skrause@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 214
Michael Taylor – Health, Wellness & Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307
Danielle Krohn – Aquatics Director dkrohn@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 226
Max Yoshikawa – Aquatics Director myoshikawa@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 320
Erin Lightbody – Youth & Family Director elightbody@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 211 Mimi Panagopoulos – Before & After School Care Manager mpanagopoulos@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . Ext. 229 Megan Payne – Membership Manager mpayne@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 203 Maria Romero – Youth & Adult Sports Director mromero@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 217 Chad Shingler – Aquatics Manager cshingler@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 228 Shannon Stawikowski – Youth & Family Manager sstawikowski@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 212 Tina Wolfer – Before & After School Care Director twolfer@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 205
CENTRAL CITY YMCA (815) 726-3939 Danny Rubio – Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 317 Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315 Michael Taylor – Health, Wellness & Sports Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 307
MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA (815) 513-8080
Cindy Conrad – Senior Accountant/ Business Manager cconrad@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 303 Karen Courtney – Executive Administrative Assistant kcourtney@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 306 Megan Engelman – Human Resource & Accounting Specialist mengelman@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 304
Missy Durkin – Executive Director mdurkin@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 510
Maurice Fears – Executive Director of Teen and Young Adult Advancement mfears@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 610
Ken Iverson – Sports Manager kiverson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 512
Adriana Garcia – Human Resources Manager agarcia@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 331
Jamie Nelson – Membership Director jnelson@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 515
Patty Hall – Membership Operations Director phall@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 327
Sarah Porzel – Youth & Family Director spor el olietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 513
Brittney Halliday – Annual Giving Manager bhalliday@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 325
Ian Stewart – Health & Wellness Director istewart@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 514
Carolyn Hamilton – Vice President of Marketing & Communications chamilton@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 313
SMITH FAMILY YMCA (815) 726-3939 Danny Rubio – Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 317 Tim Brewer – Facilities & Grounds Director tbrewer@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 322
ulie ac son hief inancial fficer jjackson@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 311 Katy Leclair – Senior Vice President & Chief perations fficer kleclair@jolietymca.org. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 333 Angie Maas – Associate Accountant amaas@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 344
Brooke Hall – Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 415
Kyle Nowaczyk – Digital Communications Manager knowac yk olietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 323
Dave Hedden – Director of Competitive Swimming dhedden@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 412
Lynette Sartori – Program Manager – Teen & Young Adult Advancement lsartori@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 611
Taryn Fears – Youth & Family Coordinator tfears@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 418
Lori Wellman – Account Specialist lwellman@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 329
Marlene Kirsch – Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 315
Julie Wilkinson – Senior Development Director jwilkinson@jolietymca.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 318
40 l 2017 Fall Program Guide - Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs
LEARN, GROW, THRIVE EXPLORE THE Y
Through our four YMCA branches and our Central City “Y without Walls,” we are serving thousands of residents each and every day. The Y brings families closer together, encourages good health, and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. But, most importantly, our doors are open to everyone, regardless of age, income or background. At the Y, no one is ever turned away due to the inability to pay.
C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA
HOURS
15120 Wallin Drive • Plainfield, IL 60544 Phone: (815) 267-8600 • Fax: (815) 267-8601
YEAR ROUND
AMENITIES • Family Aquatic Center • Eight-Lane Pool • Steam Room and Sauna • Gymnasium • Indoor Running Track • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Group Cycling Room
• Activity Center • Supervised Playroom • Multi-Purpose Rooms • Aerobics and Dance Studio • Softball Field • Soccer Field • Outdoor Track
MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA
HOURS
749 Houbolt Road • Joliet, IL 60431 Phone: (815) 744-3939 • Fax: (815) 729-9628
OCTOBER-MAY
AMENITIES • Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Healthy Living Corridor • Outdoor Track
• Separate men’s and women’s saunas • Softball Fields • Fitness Studio
MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS MONDAY-FRIDAY SATURDAYS SUNDAYS
HOURS
320 Wauponsee Street • Morris, IL 60450 Phone: (815) 513-8080 • Fax: (815) 941-2092
OCTOBER-MAY
• Wellness Center and Weight Room • Aerobics Studio • Multi-Purpose Room • Supervised Playroom • Community Space • Locker Rooms
In partnership with
JUNE-SEPTEMBER
SMITH FAMILY YMCA
HOURS
1350 S. Briggs Street • Joliet, IL 60433 Phone: (815) 726-3939 • Fax: (815) 726-3968
OCTOBER-MAY
• Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Supervised Playroom
• Racquetball Court • Activity Center • Separate Men’s & Women’s Saunas
5 a.m. - 9 p.m. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed
MONDAY-THURSDAY 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. FRIDAYS 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. SATURDAY & SUNDAYS 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. MONDAY-THURSDAY FRIDAYS SATURDAY SUNDAYS
AMENITIES
5 a.m. - 10 p.m. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
JUNE-SEPTEMBER
MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA AMENITIES
5 a.m. - 10 p.m. 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
5 a.m. - 5 a.m. - 7 a.m. -
9 p.m. 8 p.m. 3 p.m. Closed
MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. SATURDAYS 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. SUNDAYS Closed
JUNE-SEPTEMBER MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. SATURDAYS 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. SUNDAYS Closed
GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA 749 Houbolt Road EVERYONE Joliet, IL 60431IS WELCOME Programs vary by location.
At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. 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