2016 Galowich & Smith YMCA Fall by Indesign Web

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HEALTHY HAPPENS HERE * 2016 SESSION CALENDAR * * 1

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Summer Camp dates vary by school district. Check with your local branch for more information.

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Spruce up begin August 15 amd will end August 28.

Holiday Closings Holiday Hours

(Open until 1 p.m.)

Early Bird Discounts:

Aquatics Discount Ends

Summer Camp Discount Ends

Kidz Zone Discount Ends

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Registration Begins:

Saturday, July 30 - Full Members Saturday, August 13 - Program/AWAY Members

Saturday, July 30- Full Members Saturday, July 30 - Full Members Saturday, September 17 - Program/AWAY Members Saturday, October 22 - Program/AWAY Members

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Modified class schedule the week of Labor Day

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Modified class schedule the week of Thanksgiving

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Modified class schedule during Christmas Break

.............................................................................................................................................................................................. Key Early Bird Discounts:

SessionGREATER Begins Session AREA Ends YMCA Holiday Closings JOLIET C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris, Smith

Holiday Hours (open until 1 p.m.)

Discount Ends (815) SAY-YMCA * Aquatics

www.jolietymca.org

ON THE COVER C.W. Avery Family YMCA members Tasha Kitson and Eric Marsaglia were the lucky winners of the ‘We Love the YMCA’ live auction item at the Giving Gala in February. Tasha, Eric and their kids, Graysen (5), Caelynn (5), Brock (6) and Rome (9), love spending time together at the YMCA. All four kids are active in the Y’s youth sports programs, while Tasha and Eric enjoy using the Fitness Center. Eric has also volunteered his time over the years to coach many of the kids’ flag football, soccer and t-ball teams. Thank you, Tasha and Eric, for being loyal members and true champions of the YMCA in the Plainfield community.

EXPLORE THE Y

General Information

OUR MISSION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

General Information.............................................................................1-5 YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE.......................................................6-7 JETS Swim Clinic.........................................................................................8

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 Web site 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 FAMILY YMCA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

CHILD CARE.....................................................................................10-11 SPECIAL EVENTS.....................................................................................12 SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY...............................................................13-19

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS.......................................... 20-24

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA Michele Brown, Membership Director Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 309 Email: mbrown@jolietymca.org

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

CHILD CARE.....................................................................................26-29 SPECIAL EVENTS.....................................................................................30 SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY...............................................................31-36

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

SMITH FAMILY YMCA Brooke Hall, Membership Director Phone: (815) 726-3939, ext. 415 Email: bhall@jolietymca.org

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS.......................................... 37-40

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING.........................................................41-43 Annual Giving and Volunteer Opportunities Staff Directory.........................................................................................44

SUPERVISED PLAYROOM Healthy parents are happy parents. Let your child have fun at the Y while you take time for yourself to get fit. There is no need to call ahead. Parents must remain in the facility while their children are in the playroom. GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-Noon, 6-8 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m.-Noon SMITH FAMILY YMCA: Monday-Friday: 6-8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages:

6 months-8 years

Cost:

Free for Full Family Members $5 per child/visit for Full Adult Members $10 per child/visit for Program Members

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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. Your Y Membership Offers All This and More! Everyone belongs at the YMCA! We’re more than just a place to work out; more than a place where families can spend quality time together; more than a place to learn to swim; more than a place for kids to play team sports; and more than a place for seniors to stay young at heart. We’re all those things and more. We’re a place where you belong! Y Member Benefits: • Galowich-Smith Full Members enjoy unlimited use of the Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs and the Morris Community Y. They may also use the C.W. Avery Family Y twelve times during a calendar year. • C.W. Avery Y Full Members enjoy unlimited use of the Avery, Galowich, Smith and Morris branches. • Morris Y Full Members enjoy unlimited use of the Morris Community YMCA and twelve visits to the Galowich, Smith and C.W. Avery Family YMCAs during a calendar year. • Priority registration on all programs. • Lower member rates on programs. • Five guest passes per calendar year. • Full Members enjoy free fitness orientations and a variety of adult fitness classes. • Free child watch services with a family membership. • No contracts to sign. • When you join the YMCA, not only do you get a good value, you get good values. That’s because everything we do is centered around the Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Member Code of Conduct In support of our Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility, all members are expected to behave appropriately while using YMCA facilities and abide by the Member Code of Conduct and Discipline Policy. Those who choose to act inappropriately, as defined by YMCA staff, may be asked to leave the building. Repeat offenses may lead to a membership suspension or revocation of all privileges. AWAY Program - Always Welcome at the YMCA When you travel outside of the greater Joliet area, you can use your Y membership at more than 2,000 locations across the country. Some guest fees and limitations may apply. Please contact the Y you are visiting for details. Members from other YMCAs across the country may enjoy the amenities at the Greater Joliet Area YMCA branches up to twelve times per calendar year. Please contact the Membership Desk for hours, availability and additional information. Bring a Friend to the Y Current members may bring guests to the Y to share the YMCA experience. When a friend joins the Y, members receive one FREE month of membership. New members must maintain an active paid status for a minimum of two months. Plus, your friend will receive a gift for joining! See the Membership Desk for guest and referral details. Transferring Your Y Membership Members of other YMCAs looking to join the Galowich or Smith Family YMCAs should cancel their existing memberships and speak to a representative of our Membership Services Team. We will be happy to waive the joiner’s fee for those transferring their membership from another Y within 60 days of the expiration date. 2 l 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

General Information Monthly Membership Rates GALOWICH AND SMITH FAMILY YMCAs FULL MEMBERSHIP RATES Family* One Adult Family Adult (18 and over) Teen (16-17) Youth**(6-15)

$73/ $56/mo. mo. $45/mo. $63/ $37/mo. mo. $28/mo. $21/mo.

One Time Joiner’s Fee* * New members, members inactive for more than 60 days and members upgrading pay an initial fee to help support ongoing improvements to our facilities.

Family $120 Adult (18 and over) $80 Youth $40 *A family membership includes an adult couple in the same household and their dependent children under age 18. Photo ID and proof of residency is required. Those attending college full time (Ages 18-25 yrs. old) are also included (proof of FT status is required).**Children under age 6 can be a Full Member on a family membership; they cannot hold a full youth membership unless registering for Kidz Zone or the JETS Swim Team.

Those who agree with the mission of the YMCA, but choose not to take advantage of year-round facility use, may purchase a program membership. Program Members pay a low fee each year in order to be able to register for YMCA programs, but pay as much as twice the cost for YMCA programs and pay daily to use YMCA facilities. Program Members must also wait until two weeks before the start of each session to register for programs.

PROGRAM MEMBERSHIP RATES Family Adult (18 and over) Youth

$70/ yr. $70/yr. $55/yr. $30/yr.

Program Members who choose to become Full Members will receive a credit for the remaining portion of their program membership, as well as a credit for the difference between the Full Member and Program Member rates for any programs in which they are currently enrolled, if the membership upgrade occurs within the first two weeks of the session.

Payment of Membership Fees, Cancellation and Hold Policy Membership fees are payable through a monthly electronic withdrawal from a valid checking account, debit card or credit card on the 15th or 28th of each month. Those who prefer to pay their membership fees semi-annually or annually may do so by cash, check or debit/credit card. Members may change their payment methods, including reissued or expired credit cards, through their online account or with the membership staff to avoid any interruption in services. Membership fees are non-refundable. Membership monthly payments are ongoing until cancelled in writing by the primary member, no less than 10 days prior to the scheduled payment date. Cancellations are accepted by fax, email, mail, or in person. A $25 fee will be charged for membership payments that are returned and unable to be processed for any reason. Members who choose to rejoin the Y more than 60 days after their membership is expired will be charged the joiners fee. Members may authorize a temporary hold or suspension of their Y membership one time in a 12-month period for a maximum of 120 consecutive days without incurring monthly fees. Membership hold requests are accepted by fax, email, mail, or in person. Membership Cards and Photo IDs It is necessary to present your membership card for admittance to the YMCA. Daily visitors and members who forget their cards must present photo identification and may be denied access. There is a $5 fee for replacing lost or damaged cards. Full Family Members using the Supervised Playroom must have their cards and their children’s cards when checking in.

EXPLORE THE Y

General Information

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 front desk during your next visit. Daily Visitors Those who are not interested in joining the YMCA, but wish to utilize the facility, have the option of purchasing a Daily Pass.

Family* Adult (18 and over) Youth

$20/day $15/day $8/day

*Family includes five people in the same household. Each additional person is $2

Upon entering the facility, all daily visitors will be asked to present a current photo ID and payment to our front desk staff. Those under the age of 18 must have a Parent/Guardian Authorization Form on file to utilize the Y. Daily Membership Authorization forms can be found online or at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA branch. Daily visitors may be restricted at high volume times. 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 Full 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.

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)

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.

General Information

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 FDAapproved 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. Schedules are available under Locations and your desired branch. 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 in the locker room. Racquetball Courts Racquets and racquetballs are available at the front 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. 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 utilize 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). 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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EXPLORE THE Y

General Information

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:

August September October November December

DEVELOPING FRIENDSHIPS THAT LAST A LIFETIME 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 monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s membership? For details, stop by the Y today! Some restrictions may apply.

Go for the Gold Hello Hoodie Weather Character Counts Gratitude is Cool Season of Giving

LIKE TWEET PIN Stay Connected

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www.jolietymca.org www.facebook.com/AveryYMCA www.facebook.com/GalowichYMCA www.facebook.com/MorrisYMCA www.facebook.com/SmithYMCA www.youtube.com/jolietymca @JolietY @jolietymca www.pinterest.com/jolietymca

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General Information

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

PARTY AT THE Y!

Throw your child’s next birthday party at the Y Birthday parties include up to 20 children and... A Party Host! Invitations! Piñata with Candy! Goodie Bags! Decorations! Pizza and Pop! Paper Products!

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA Party Options:

Party I: Pool & Party Room Party II: Pool with Inflatable & Party Room Party III: Gym & Party Room*

SMITH FAMILY YMCA Party Options: $165/$190/$200 $215/$240/$250 $165/$190/$200

*Gym parties are not available January-March

Party Times: Day Friday Saturday Sunday

Time Party Options 6:30-8:30 p.m. Party I or II Noon-2 p.m. Party I, II or III* 2:30-4:30 p.m. Party I, II Noon-2 p.m. Party I, II or III*

To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Max Yoshikawa at ext. 320 or via email at myoshikawa@jolietymca.org.

Party I: Pool, Gym* or Outdoor Field Party II: Pool with Inflatable & Party Room Party III: Sports Blitz Party

$165/$190/$200 $215/$240/$250 $185/$210/$220

Choose your two favorite sports from basketball, soccer, dodgeball and flag football! We’ll referee! Can be held in the gym* or outdoors on the field and shaded picnic area.

NEW! Party Themes Turn any party into a theme party. We’ll provide extra special decorations and small activities in the party room. Theme options are: Candy Land, Super Heroes.

Party Times: Day Friday Saturday Sunday

Time Party Type 5:30-7:30 p.m. Regular 1-3 p.m. Regular 3:30-5:30 p.m. Regular Open After Hours

Have the Y open only for you and your guests. Book an After Hours party!

To learn more, please contact Aquatics Director Danielle Krohn at ext. 417 or via email at dkrohn@jolietymca.org. *Gym parties have limited availability. Outdoor parties are available through October, weather permitting.

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. Rates Facility Rental Guidelines • Gym $85 per hour • All groups must provide chaperones for their events. To learn more, • Pool $90 per hour • Reservations must be finalized four weeks in contact the • Gym & Pool $165 per hour advance to ensure adequate staffing. Executive Director • Full Building Rental $725 (overnight) • Facilities are available by appointment only. at your local branch. • Meeting/Party Room $60 per hour • $1 million liability insurance required. • Fields $40 per hour Lock-ins and Overnight Rentals 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. Rates vary based on the number of participants. To verify pricing options, please contact your local branch. Prices (excluding field rentals) are for up to 50 people. To cover additional costs, prices increase by $25 per hour for every 25 additional participants.

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

ACHIEVE MORE TOGETHER AS A TEAM

YMCA Youth Basketball Leagues

When kids play sports they do 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. YMCA Youth Sports Leagues maximize the positive effects of playing sports by emphasizing healthy competition and promoting teamwork. The Y focuses on the life lessons that can be learned from sports, and coaches strive to instill a positive self-image in each player. Most importantly, in the YMCA league, everyone plays and everyone wins!

THREE CONVENIENT LEAGUE LOCATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM: Galowich Family YMCA League All practices will be held at the Galowich Family YMCA. Games may be played at either Galowich, Troy Elementary School or Smith YMCA.

Troy League All practices will be held at Troy elementary schools. Games may be played at either Galowich, Troy Elementary School or Smith YMCA.

Smith Family YMCA League All practices will be held at the Smith Family YMCA. Games may be played at either Galowich, Troy Elementary School or Smith YMCA.

HELPING KIDS SUCCEED Volunteers Needed

You can make a difference in the life of a Y kid by volunteering to be a coach this season. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact the Sports Director at your local branch. 7th-8th Grade Division: Games are planned to be played on Tuesdays evenings at a Plainfield School and Saturday mornings at the Galowich and Smith Family YMCAs and at our Troy location. Our 7th-8th grade division will play against other YMCA teams throughout the season. Game times/days are subject to change due to gym availability at the Plainfield schools.

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

Registration begins Saturday, July 30. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay- Leagues will fill up quickly! To register, please visit www.jolietymca.org or stop by your local YMCA branch.

Registration Information Early Bird Registration- Register early and SAVE! Register by Monday, October 31 Full Members: $45 Program Members: $90 Register by Sunday, November 13* and still have time to participate in our FREE three-week preseason clinic! Full Members: $50 Program Members: $100 Register by after Sunday, November 13* Full Members: $55 Program Members: $110 *Uniforms will not be guaranteed by the first game for those who register after Sunday, November 13.

Important Dates to Remember

Coaches Meeting for all leagues Coaches meetings will be held on Thursday, November 17, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Galowich Family YMCA Preseason Skills Clinics Free Preseason Skills Clinics will be held the weeks of November 28, December 5 and December 12. Practices Team practices will begin the week of January 9, 2017. Team Pictures Basketball team pictures will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2017. Games Games will be played on Saturdays beginning January 21, and run through March 11. End of Season Tournament A tournament will be held for the 5th-6th grade division and 7th-8th grade division on March 10-11. All Greater Joliet Area YMCA teams will participate.

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

JOLIET Y JETS SWIM TEAM

FALL SWIM CLINIC SEPTEMBER 6-9 SEPTEMBER 13-16 GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

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.

COST: $25

Swimmers do not need to be YMCA 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.

JOIN THE JETS:

To make the beginning level of the team, swimmers must be able to swim one length (25 yards) of the pool on their stomach and their back without stopping while demonstrating certain swimming fundamentals, such as rotary breathing. Swimmers will be placed into groups by the coaching staff. Swimmers who are not quite ready for the team are encouraged to enroll in YMCA swim lessons or participate in the JETS’ pre-competitive Flight School program.

NO MANDATORY COMPETITION OR PRACTICE ATTENDANCE!

All JETS Swim Team participants must have a Full YMCA membership. Full Members enjoy use of the Y’s indoor pool, gym, fitness equipment and racquetball courts at both the Galowich and Smith YMCA locations. Members also enjoy discounted prices on other programs throughout the year. 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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JOIN US: September 6-9

SMITH FAMILY YMCA 1350 S. Briggs Street, Joliet, IL 60433 Tuesday-Friday: 7-8 p.m.

September 13-16

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431 Tuesday-Friday: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE JETS: Please contact: Head Coach Dave Hedden Phone: (815) 782-0805 E-mail: dhedden@jolietymca.org www.jetsyswimteam.org

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

K-Kidz

CHILD CARE

Kindergarten-Age Recreational Program

FUN FOR THEM. PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU. You don’t have to look far to find the child care your family deserves. At the Y, we offer excellent before and after school programs such as Kidz Zone, K-Kids and Pint Size Pupils. Registration is currently underway! Stop by the front desk for more information.

K-KIDZ SCHOOL SITES

Pint-Size Pupils This kindergarten-prep program is designed for preschool children, ages 3-5. Weekly activities will help to develop your child’s socialization skills while introducing colors, shapes, letters, numbers and more through a child-centered approach. Activities will include arts and crafts, gym play and more. Children must be potty trained. Please send your child with a healthy snack each day. All programs will run Monday through Friday. Pint-Size Pupils 9-11:30 a.m. $195/$225* Pint-Size Pupils with Lunch Hour 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $275/$305* Pint Size Pupils with Lunch Hour and Junior K-Kidz 9-a.m.-3 p.m. $460/$490* *Monthly price for 5 days a week. There is also a $20 non-refundable registration fee.

Junior K-Kidz Extend your child’s day at the Y with an additional afternoon session. This new program will provide preschoolers with the opportunity to develop their fine motor skills through arts and crafts and gross motor skills through gym games while improving their socialization skills by interacting with kindergarteners in the Y’s K-Kidz program. Swimming is an optional activity on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Junior K-Kidz Junior K-Kidz with Lunch Hour

12:30-3 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Designed for children attending morning and afternoon kindergarten, we will provide transportation from many area schools to the YMCA for a fun and unique program. Children will do activities that emphasize fine motor skills through arts and crafts, and gross motor skills through gym games. Upon entering first grade, students will transition into the Y’s before and after school recreation program, Kidz Zone. Your child will need to bring a healthy lunch and drink each day. Dist. 202: Crystal Lawns, Thomas Jefferson, River View, Grand Prairie, Wesmere, Meadowview, Ridge Elementary Dist. 201: Minooka Primary Center Dist. 30C: **Troy Little Bee’s Program *The Y offers morning and afternoon bus pick-up and drop-off services for Pre-K students at the Minooka Primary Center. **The Y offers morning and afternoon bus pick-up and drop-off services for the Little Bee’s Preschool Program at Troy Crossroads.

DAILY PROGRAM HOURS & FEES K-Kidz A.M. K-Kidz ONLY K-Kidz & KZ Before K-Kidz & KZ After K-Kidz & KZ Before & After

9 a.m.-Noon 7 a.m.-Noon 9 a.m.-Noon, 3-6 p.m. 7 a.m.-Noon, 3-6 p.m.

$275/$310 $365/$400 $415/$450 $475/$510

K-Kidz P.M. K-Kidz ONLY K-Kidz & KZ Before K-Kidz & KZ After K-Kidz & KZ Before & After

Noon-3 p.m. 7-9 a.m., Noon-3 p.m. Noon-6 p.m. 7-9 a.m., Noon-6 p.m.

$275/$310 $365/$400 $415/$450 $475/$510

Times are approximate and are coordinated with each school’s schedule.

$160/$190* $240/$270*

*Monthly price for 5 days a week. There is also a $20 non-refundable registation fee.

Contact Youth and Family Director Marlene Kirsch at ext. 315 or via email at mkirsch@jolietymca.org to learn more. A $45 non-refundable registration fee, first of 10 installment payments and YMCA membership fee is due at registration time. The remaining nine payments are paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account or credit card. All participants must have a full or program membership with the YMCA. Program participants may start attending four business days after the day registration is completed. All payment questions can be answered by calling the Y at (815) SAY-YMCA.

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GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Kidz Zone

Before and After School Youth Recreation Program As part of its Kidz Zone program, the Galowich Family YMCA 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. Participating Schools:

Galowich Location: Children participate at the Galowich Family YMCA and are transported to and from school. On-Site Schools: Children participate at their schools or at a nearby district school.

On-Site Schools: • Minooka Intermediate

• Aux Sable Elementary • Carl Sandburg • Eisenhower Academy

(After school only)

(After school only, dropped off at Sandburg)

• Jones Elementary School • Minooka Elementary

Galowich Location: • Farragut • Heritage Trail • Lynne Thigpen • Minooka Primary Center • Pershing • St. Jude’s (After school only)

• Rockdale Elementary School • Troy Craughwell • Troy Hofer • Troy Shorewood • Walnut Trails

• Taft • Thomas Jefferson • Troy Crossroads • Troy Middle School (After school only) • William B. Orenic (After school only)

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR RATES Before & After: $320/$350 (Per Month) Before only: $225/$255 (Per Month) After only: $270/$300 (Per Month) Morning program runs 7-9 a.m. (Approximately) Afternoon program runs 3-6 p.m. (Approximately) At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. Financial assistance is available. DHS funds are also accepted.

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A $45 non-refundable registration fee, first of 10 installment payments and YMCA membership fee is due at registration time. The remaining nine payments are paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account or credit card. All participants must have a full or program membership with the YMCA. Program participants may start attending four business days after the day registration is completed. All payment questions can be answered by calling the Y at (815) SAY-YMCA.

Kidz Zone- DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL On select full days out of school, registered participants may spend the day with friends and the Kidz 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. Children may be signed in as early as 7 a.m. and signed out as late as 6 p.m. The following codes are shown after a date to denote which school districts have the day off of school: J-Joliet/P-Plainfield/ M-Minooka/ T-Troy/R-Rockdale Friday, October 7 Monday, October 10 Friday, October 28 Friday, November 4 Tuesday, November 8 Friday, November 11 Monday, November 21 Tuesday, November 22 Wednesday, November 23 Friday, November 25 Thursday, December 22 Winter Break * Friday, December 23 - Wednesday, January 4

J/R/T All Schools J/M M P J P/R/T P/R/T All Schools All Schools J/M/T All Schools

* Days Out of School not available on Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve

Thursday, January 5 Friday, January 6 Monday, January 16 Friday, February 10 Friday, February 17 Monday, February 20 Friday, February 24 Monday, March 6 Friday, March 24 Spring Break Monday, March 27 - Friday, March 31 Monday, April 3 Tuesday, April 4 Friday, April 14 Monday, April 17

J/P/R J/P/R All Schools M J/R All Schools M J/T/R T All Schools P P All Schools J/M/T/R

Price: $30/$45 per day

To learn more, please contact Youth and Family Manager Lynette Sartori at (815) 744-3939, ext. 316 or visit www.jolietymca.org. 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 11

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Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. FREE! Open to the community

SPECIAL EVENTS

Touch-a-Truck: Light the Night (All Ages) Touch-a-Truck is returning with a little twist! This year, we are holding this event during the evening, allowing you to get up close and personal with a variety of cool vehicles, while also helping us “light the night” using each vehicle’s lights. All children must be accompanied by an adult. In the event of inclement weather, this event is subject to cancellation. 8/12

Fri.

7:30-9 p.m.

FREE

In-Water Movie Night (Ages 3 and Up) Come one come all for the Galowich YMCA In-Water Movie Night! Pull out those swimsuits and bring your swim noodles while we enjoy a family friendly movie on the big screen while in the Galowich Pool. Galowich Pool Rules will apply. Parents must accompany their children in the pool regardless of swim level. All participants must be potty trained. 9/16

Fri.

6:45-8:30 p.m.

FREE/$2

Fairy Tale Ball (Ages 2-14) Boys and girls, join us for a night to remember! Prince Charming and his Disney Princesses will be dancing the night away during this magical event. Make a grand entrance dressed as your favorite prince or princess and enjoy an evening of fun. Invitations to the ball will be mailed to all pre-registered participants. Pre-registration is required by Monday, November 9. Snacks and drinks will be provided. 11/11

Fri.

6:30-8 p.m.

Trunk-or-Treat (All Ages) Trunk-or-Treating at the Galowich Family YMCA allows families to enjoy Halloween in a fun and safe environment. Our parking lot will be filled with decorated cars as children go from trunk to trunk to collect candy and play games. Interested in volunteering or hosting a trunk? Contact Youth & Family Director Marlene Kirsch at (815) 782-0808 or via email at mkirsch@jolietymca.org. 10/28

Fri.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE

Santa’s Workshop (All Ages) Santa is bringing his workshop to the Galowich Family YMCA! That means it’s time for Y kids to put on their elf hats and make some toys! All in a night’s work, kids will enjoy arts and crafts, snacks, games and even a special visit from the Santa himself! Please register by Monday, December 12. 12/16

Fri.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Attention all parents! If you’re in need of a little time to yourselves, sign the kids up for Parents Night Out (PNO) at the Galowich Family YMCA! During PNO, kids between the ages of 2 and 12 get to spend select Friday nights at the Y, eating a healthy dinner with friends, playing games and swimming in our pool. (Not necessarily in that order). Pre-registration is required and all participants must be potty trained. For more information, please contact Youth Friday, August 5 Friday, September 2

Friday, October 7 Friday, November 4

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Friday, December 2

6-9 p.m.

$10/$18

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GET YOUR GAME ON Fall Sports Leagues at the Y Karate: Beginner/Advanced (Ages 4 and Up) The Yâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karate program is taught by internationally certified instructors. 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 (the breaking of boards and bricks). 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

Mon. Mon. Mon.

6-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m.

$25/$50 $25/$50 $25/$50

Tween Dodgeball (Ages 8-12) Kids will enjoy a variety of recreational dodgeball games with their fellow Y members and friends. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1

Tue. Tue.

5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.

$25/$50 $25/$50

Teen Fit (Ages 8-17) 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! 8/30-9/29 10/4-11/3 11/8-12/15

Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu.

4:30-5:15 p.m. 4:30-5:15 p.m. 4:30-5:15 p.m.

$15/$30 $15/$30 $15/$30

YBL Preseason Clinic (Ages 6-10) YMCA basketball season is right around the corner! This five-week class will help your young athlete get warmed up and ready to play before the first ball is tipped. Ages 6-10 10/5-11/2 Ages 11-14 10/5-11/2

Wed.

5-6 p.m.

$25/$50

Wed.

6-7 p.m.

$25/$50

Youth Flag Football League:

In the YMCA Youth Flag Football League, children and their families will enjoy the football experience every time they step on the field. Players will learn the fundamentals of football in a safe and fun environment. In this program each participant receives a football jersey to wear for all games and to keep. Practice will be held once per week starting the week of August 22. Games will be held on Saturday mornings beginning September 3. This is a seven game season. Registration is underway. Anyone signed up after August 7 will pay a $10 late fee and will not be guaranteed a uniform by the first game. Dates:

August 18-October 29

Game Dates:

September 3 September 10 September 17 September 24 October 1 October 8 October 15

Fees:

By July 31 $35/$70

August 1-7 $45/$90 After August 7 $55/$110

Divisions:

Ages 6-8 Ages 9-11

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The YMCA is America’s Most Trusted Swim Instructor.

In Y classes, not only are you taught in a caring way how to swim, but you also learn about yourself, about safety and rescue skills and about water activities you can enjoy for a lifetime.

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.

Make-up Lessons and Swim Credit

1. Classes missed due to weather, acts of God, illness or by choice of the participant cannot be made up, credited or refunded. 2. If a participant misses a private swim lesson and does not inform the instructor at least one day prior to the lesson, there will be no make-ups or credits given. 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.

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 cannot 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, able to pass the blue test, are permitted in the lap lanes and must be swimming laps. Swimmers in the lap lane 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 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 horizontal 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, tread water for 10 seconds 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 will be done without a life jacket. RED Wristband Test- All swimmers under 16 years of age who did 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. 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. 14 l 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

WHICH SWIM CLASS IS MY CHILD READY FOR? PARENT AND CHILD: 6 MONTH-5 YEARS

** parent participation is required in all parent/child lessons

Is your child...

Between 6 months and 2 years old

YES

PARENT/ CHILD Max 10 students

Between 2 years and 3 years old

YES

PIKE WITH PARENT Max 10 students

Between 3 years and 5 years old and comfortable without a parent in the water

YES

PIKE Max 4 students

PIKE WITH PARENT

PRESCHOOL: 3-5 YEARS Can your child...

Swim 5 feet on their front and back unassisted

NOT YET

PIKE Max 4 students

YES

Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke

NOT YET

EEL Max 4 students

YES

RAY

YOUTH: 6-14 YEARS Can your child...

Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke

NOT YET

POLLIWOG

Max 4 students

YES

Pass the Blue Swim Test and also swim 25 yards utilizing rudimentary backstroke

NOT YET

GUPPY Max 6 students

YES

Swim front crawl with side breathing, backstroke, and rudimentary breaststroke for 50 yards

NOT YET

MINNOW Max 6 students

YES

Swim front crawl stroke with side breathing, backstroke, breaststroke with proper form for 100 yards and can demonstrate rudimentary butterfly

NOT YET

Demonstrate proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes and is comfortable with dives and flipturns

NOT YET

FISH Max 8 students

YES

FLYING FISH Max 8 students

YES

JETS SWIM TEAM: For those looking for further development as athletes, team bonding, and the opportunity for competition. See page 8 for more details.

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SWIM LESSON SESSIONS (One lesson per week) Session Dates

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

Monday, Aug. 22 Monday, Sept. 26 Monday, Oct. 31

$40/$75 $40/$75 $40/$75 $40/$75

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

$26/$52

Monday, Aug. 22

$31/$57

Monday, Sept. 26

$31/$57

Monday, Oct. 31

$31/$57

Fall 1: August 29-October 2* $35/$70 Fall 2: October 3-November 6 $35/$70 Fall 3: November 7-December 18* $35/$70 Pike with Parent & Parent/Child Fall 1: August 29-October 2*

$26/$52 Fall 2: October 3-November 6 Fall 3: November 7-December 18* $26/$52

* No classes on Labor Day (Monday, September 5) or the week of Thanksgiving (Monday, November 21-Friday, November 25).

MONDAY Parent/Child

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

4:50-5:20 p.m.

10:10-10:40 a.m.

9:35-10:05 a.m.

Pike w/ Parent

4:50-5:20 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

9:35-10:05 a.m.

Pike

4:15-4:45 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

10:10-10:40 a.m. 10:45-11:15 a.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m. 6:35-7:05 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

9-9:30 a.m. 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Eel

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6:35-7:05 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

9:35-10:05 a.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:10-10:40 a.m.

Ray/Starfish

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:45-11:15 a.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:45-11:15 a.m.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Polliwog

4:15-4:45 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

9-9:30 a.m. 11:20-11:50 a.m.

Guppy

4:15-4:45 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

9:35-10:05 a.m. 10:45-11:15 a.m. 11:20-11:50 a.m.

Minnow

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6:35-7:05 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m. 6:35-7:05 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

9:35-10:05 a.m. 11:20-11:50 a.m.

Fish

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

Flying Fish

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m.

REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE $5! REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE IN PERSON OR ONLINE AT WWW.JOLIETYMCA.ORG. 16 l 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

10:10-10:40 a.m.

9-9:30 a.m.

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Homeschool Gym & Swim (Ages 5-14)

Private and Semi-Private Swimming Lessons (Ages 3 and Up) One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are now available for individuals three years and older. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Instructors may be requested, however, availability may vary. The Aquatics Director will contact online registrants within three to five business days to acquire more details about the swim participant and their availability so that the best swim instructor can be assigned. Private: 5 lessons, $75/$150 Semi-Private: 5 lessons, $50/$100

Does your homeschooled student need a structured gym and pool time session built into his/her curriculum? Students enrolled in the Galowich Gym & Swim will receive instruction related to both physical education in the gym and swim technique in the pool. Non-swimmers are encouraged to sign up for youth swim lesson in conjunction with the Home School Gym & Swim class until they are able to pass as a blue wristband swimmer. Please contact Aquatics Max Yoshikawa at myoshikawa@jolietymca.org or at (815) 782-0813 for more details. 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

10-11:15 a.m. 10-11:15 a.m. 10-11:15 a.m.

$40/$80 $40/$80 $40/$80

Adaptive Swim Lessons (Ages 4-14) Our adaptive swim lesson program is designed for children with special needs. Each session includes five 30-minute swim lessons, starting 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. 5 lessons, $50/$100

SHOW YOUR SKILLS Pool Inflatable Obstacle Course (Ages 6 and Up)

Have you ever wanted to test your skills on the YMCA’s awesome pool inflatable? Give it your best shot at this free 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 be in a life jacket and will be able to go the first quarter. Red Swimmers will also require a parent in the water at all times. Please pre-register in order to ensure that this event has enough participants to run. Friday, October 28 • 6:45-8:30 p.m. Friday, December 16 • 6:45-8:30 p.m. FREE/$5 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 17

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Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Water Polo Camp (Ages 6-14)

Are you looking to try a new sport in the pool? Sign up for the Y’s Water Polo Camp! All participants, ages 6-14, must be enrolled in or have passed the Minnow level of swim lessons. Camp time will be spent learning and practicing basic water polo skills, which will be put to good use in our camp scrimmages. Please send children to camp with a one-piece swimsuit, goggles, two towels, small snack and water bottle. 11/21-11/23

Mon. Tue. Wed.

3-4:30 p.m.

$24/$48

JETS Flight School Swim Club (Ages 5-12) JETS Flight School is an introductory, pre-competitive experience to the Joliet Y JETS Swim Team. An experienced swim coach will work with swimmers to develop proper technique in each of the competitive strokes. In addition, students will learn new skills, such as streamlines and racing dives. Swimmers must have the endurance to swim one length of the pool without a flotation device while demonstrating rotary breathing and the ability to float comfortably and confidently on their stomach and back. Swimmers should be evaluated before registering to ensure that Flight School is an appropriate option. 9/19-10/26 Mon./Wed. 11/2-12/14 Mon./Wed. 1/9-2/22 Mon./Wed.

5-5:45 p.m. $47/$94 5-5:45 p.m. $51/$102 5-5:45 p.m. $55/$110

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL Junior Lifeguard Academy (Ages 10-15) Children between the ages of 10 and 15 who have a passion for aquatics are invited to apply for the Y’s Junior Lifeguard Academy! In this special programs, students will learn lifesaving skills, including first aid and CPR, and will also assist in teaching swim lessons. Application Timeline • Applications and essays are due by Sept. 19. These materials can be found at the front desk or online at www.jolietymca.org. • Swim tests need to be completed by Sept. 26. • Interviews need to be completed by Sept. 29. • 20 volunteer hours must be completed before April 30. All students are required to wear a swimsuit, bring two towels, a water bottle, a snack, a notebook and a pen or pencil. A junior lifeguard t-shirt, whistle and lanyard will be provided and must be brought to all classes and volunteer shifts. 10/6-12/22 Thu. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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$75/$150

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SKILLS FOR LIFE American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course (Ages 15 and Up) The Y 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. Note: 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 • 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 (815) 744-3939, ext. 320. 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. This course is open to anyone in the community, ages 15 and up. Attendance at every class is mandatory. Upon successful completion, certification cards will be issued. 8/19-8/27 Fri./Sat. August 19: 4:30-9 p.m. August 20: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. August 26: 4:30-9 p.m. August 27: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

$200/$225/$250

10/14-10/22 Fri./Sat. October 14: 4:30-9 p.m. October 15: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. October 21: 4:30-9 p.m. October 22: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

$200/$225/$250

11/21-11/26 Mon./Tue./Wed./Sat. $200/$225/$250 November 21-24: 4-9 p.m. November 26: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 19

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Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

Program Fees When reviewing this program guide, you will notice two or three fees listed by each class offering. The first fee listed is the discounted fee a Full Member pays and the second is the fee an AWAY Member or Program Member pays. If there is a third fee, the program is open to community members. You will be charged an additional $5 for certain classes if you register after the deadline.

Enhance®Fitness

Ab Lab (Ages 14 and Up) A quick and efficient workout that will tighten your abdominal muscles and strength your core. 9/3-10/1 10/8-11/5 11/12-12/17

Sat. Sat. Sat.

7:45-8:15 a.m. 7:45-8:15 a.m. 7:45-8:15 a.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Boot Camp (Ages 14 and Up) Start your day with AM Boot Camp and achieve your fitness goals! Broken up into intervals where you will work your entire body, including abs, arms, legs, and glutes, we will help you burn more than 500 calories each class. This is a very accessible program as each exercise can be adapted to work for you. 8/29-9/30 10/3-11/4 11/7-12/16 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13

Mon./Wed./Fri. Mon./Wed./Fri. Mon./Wed./Fri. Tue. Tue. Tue.

5:15-6:15 a.m. 5:15-6:15 a.m. 5:15-6:15 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m.

FREE/$45 FREE/$45 FREE/$45 FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Cardio Strength Interval (Ages 14 and Up) Ideal for advanced exercisers, this high-intensity class is bound to get your heart pumping through toning exercises. 9/3-10/1 10/8-11/5 11/12-12/17

Sat. Sat. Sat.

7-7:45 a.m. 7-7:45 a.m. 7-7:45 a.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Cardio Kickbox Tone (Ages 14 and Up) This class will help you tone your body by doing cardio, kickboxing and light weight workouts! 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Wed. Wed. Wed.

STAYING ACTIVE FOR LIFE

9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15

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Designed for older adults of all fitness levels, this program aims to improve endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. 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.

10:30 a.m. 10:20 a.m. 11 a.m.

Classes run August 29-December 16 YMCA Program Members and 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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Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Strength & Tone (Ages 14 and Up)

Circuit Training (Ages 14 and Up) If you’re looking for ways to improve your overall fitness, join us for Circuit Training! As you move through a series of stations, you will increase your heart rate and challenge your muscles. We will finish the class off with fun cardio drills and cool down with a full body stretch. 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE/$15

Glutes & Guts (Ages 14 and Up) This high-energy class includes aerobic and anaerobic exercises designed to tone and tighten your abs and glutes! 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Line Dancing (Ages 14 and Up) This popular class will keep you moving with fun dance steps performed to a variety of music. Line dancing is both fun and great exercise! 9/2-9/30 10/7-11/4 11/11-12/16

Fri. Fri. Fri.

9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$15 9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$15

Pilates (Ages 14 and Up) Pilates works the core as well as your arms and legs. Breathing is used in harmony with working the muscles to also incorporate the mind. Give it a try and you’ll become a regular! 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13

Tue. Tue. Tue.

10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15

Designed for all fitness levels, this class includes a full body workout that targets all major muscle groups. You will learn proper form, build lean muscle, improve bone density and boost your metabolism. Equipment may include handheld weights, medicine balls, resistance bands, stability balls and more. 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Wed. Wed. Wed.

10:30-11:15 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:15 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:15 a.m. FREE/$15

Total Tone (Ages 14 and Up) Total Tone can be broken down into three major components: Cardio, abs and deep muscle toning. Designed for intermediate exercisers, this class will push you to better yourself and enhance your fitness routine. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13

Tue. Tue. Tue.

6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Vinyasa Yoga (Ages 14 and Up) Vinyasa Yoga, a physically active form of yoga, focuses on coordination of breath and movement. Taught by certified Yoga Instructor Allene Farmer. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

Mon. Mon. Mon.

7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Y Running Club (Ages 14 and Up) This beginner’s class allows you to gradually ease into a 5K training plan. Our goal is to have you running a 5K or 3.1 miles on a regular basis in just a few weeks. You’ll transform from a walker into a runner in no time! 8/29-9/29 10/3-11/3

Mon./Thu. Mon./Thu.

6-6:45 p.m. 6-6:45 p.m.

FREE/$30 FREE/$30

Pilates: Core & More (Ages 14 and Up) Pilates may sound intimidating, but it’s an accessible way to build strength in your core muscles for better posture, balance and flexibility. 8/31-9/28 10/3-11/2 11/7-12/14

Mon./Wed. Mon./Wed. Mon./Wed.

11-11:45 a.m. 11-11:45 a.m. 11-11:45 a.m.

FREE/$30 FREE/$30 FREE/$30

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Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Yoga Lite (Ages 14 and Up) A safe and effective approach to improving and maintaining an active lifestyle while boosting energy levels. The focus will be on posture, balance, range of motion, joint health, muscular yoga poses and deep stretches and connecting breath with movement. 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE/$15

Yogilates (Ages 14 and Up) A class designed to strengthen and stretch through a unique fusion of both types of Yoga focuses on breath and select poses, along with various strengthening movements derived from the Pilates method. This class is appropriate for all fitness levels. 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Wed. Wed. Wed.

6:15-7 p.m. 6:15-7 p.m. 6:15-7 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Zumba (Ages 14 and Up) This class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to- follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away. Zumba attendees achieve long-term health benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exhilarating session of caloric-burning, body energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! 8/29-9/30 9/3-10/1 10/3-11/4 10/8-11/5 11/7-12/16 11/12-12/17

Mon. Sat. Mon. Sat. Mon. Sat.

9:30-10:15 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m. 9:30-10:15 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m. 9:30-10:15 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Chair Body Works (Ages 50 and Up) This class is designed for members who have trouble with balance, and are looking to gain strength and stability and feel better overall on a daily basis. In addition to using a chair for balance, we will use light weights, bands and other equipment. Give this class a try and you’ll feel fantastic! 8/31-9/30 10/5-11/4 11/9-12/16

Wednesday Friday Wednesday Friday Wednesday Friday

9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$30 10:15-11 a.m. 9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$30 10:15-11 a.m. 9:30-10:15 a.m. FREE/$30 10:15-11 a.m.

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CHALLENGE YOURSELF Ho, Ho, Ho Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge November 14-January 7

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 eight weeks, you will receive your money back in the form of a YMCA voucher that can be used towards any fitness program, including personal training. If you gain more than 2 pounds during this eightweek challenge, your $20 fee will be donated in your name to the Galowich Family YMCA’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 e-mails 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! Cost: $20

MERRY CHRIST MAS

FITNESS ANIM AL

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

ADVANCE & ENHANCE 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. Discounts are available for Y members, to those with a doctor’s referrals and to those who pay in full. These discounts can also be combined. Financial assistance is also available.

Mondays from 2-3 p.m. September 5, 2016-July 10, 2017 St. Joseph Medical Center Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. September 7, 2016-July 12, 2017 Presence Healing Arts Pavilion - Plainfield Thursdays from 11a.m.-Noon September 8, 2016-July 13, 2017 C.W. Avery Family YMCA

$429

Are you ready to make a substantial change in your workouts? 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? Please contact our Sports & Fitness Director Michael Taylor at ext. 307 or via email at mtaylor@jolietymca.org to get yourself registered for a wellness consultation and see how personal training can help you! Group Size

# of 60 minute sessions purchased at a time

Price per Person

Individual

$45/$75

$148/$220

$268/$336

$372/$468

$711/$888

Group 2

$32/$45

$105/$155

$185/$280

$264/$369

$502/$702

Payment plans are available for packages of 12 or more.

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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Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Masters Swimming (Ages 18 and Up) Our Masters Swim Team welcomes the ardent swimmer or tri-athlete who is looking to improve his/her swimming endurance and technique in a team environment. Workouts will focus primarily on the four competitive strokes: Butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle.

Aqua Aerobics (Ages 14 and Up) If you’re looking for a 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. Free for Full Members. Program Members can sign up and attend with a punch pass.

All participants must be strong swimmers and should be able to complete 50 yards of all four of the competitive strokes. Participants will swim an average of 2,500-3,500 yards at each workout.

8/30-9/29 10/4-11/3 11/8-12/15

9/2-9/30 10/7-11/4 11/11-12/16

Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu.

6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$60 FREE/$60 FREE/$60

Swimnastics (Ages 14 and Up) This fun, high-energy class promotes flexibility, improved circulation, muscle toning and cardiovascular conditioning. 8/29-9/30 10/3-11/4 11/7-12/16

Mon./Wed./Fri. Mon./Wed./Fri. Mon./Wed./Fri.

8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m.

FREE/$90 FREE/$90 FREE/$90

Teen/Adult Swimming Lessons (Ages 15 and Up) It’s never too late to learn how to swim! It doesn’t matter if you want to improve your swimming endurance or if you simply want to get comfortable in the water—beginners and advanced swimmers are invited! We would love to have you in class so you can start meeting your goals. 9/3-10/1 10/8-11/5 11/12-12/17

Sat. Sat. Sat.

11:20-11:50 a.m. $35/$70 11:20-11:50 a.m. $35/$70 11:20-11:50 a.m. $35/$70

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Be ready to swim hard and have some fun! For more information, please contact Aquatics Director Max Yoshikawa at (815) 782-0813. Fri. Fri. Fri.

9-10:15 a.m. 9-10:15 a.m. 9-10:15 a.m.

Fountain of Youth Open Swim (Ages 55 and Up)

FREE/$25 FREE/$25

FREE/$25

This year-round program at the Galowich Family YMCA offers a fun way to enjoy the pool. Mon./Wed./Fri. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Full Members: FREE Daily Membership: $5/day

*12 visit punch pass: $30

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Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

CHILD CARE

K-Kidz Preschool and Kindergarten-Age Recreational Program

Pint-Size Pupils Preschool Program Designed for preschool children, ages 3-5, this preschool program will help to get your child ready for kindergarten. Weekly activities will help develop your child’s socialization skills while introducing colors, shapes, letters numbers and more through a child-centered approach. Children must be potty trained. Activities include crafts, gym play and more. Flexible options for your convenience. Program days are Monday through Friday. 9 a.m.- Noon 9 a.m.- Noon 9 a.m.- Noon 9 a.m.- Noon

2 days/week 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

$90/$120 (Per Month) $135/$165 (Per Month) $175/$205 (Per Month) $220/$250 (Per Month)

$20 non-refundable registration fee is also due at the time of registration

Pint-Size Pupils plus Lunch Bunch This lunch hour is designed as a continuation of time directly after the Pint-Size Pupils Program. Your preschooler will get to eat lunch with their friends and continue learning while enjoying some additional story time. Each child is required to bring a lunch. 9 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. 9 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. 9 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. 9 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.

2 days/week 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

$120/$150 (Per Month) $180/$210 (Per Month) $240/$270 (Per Month) $300/$330 (Per Month)

$20 non-refundable registration fee is also due at the time of registration

Pint-Size Pupils plus Lunch Bunch and Swim and Gym This preschool class is designed as a continuation of the time directly after the Pint-Size Pupils and Lunch Bunch programs. Your preschooler will get to go swimming and play fun gym games! 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

2 days/week 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

$195/$225 (Per Month) $280/$310 (Per Month) $390/$420 (Per Month) $485/$515 (Per Month)

$20 non-refundable registration fee is also due at the time of registration

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This program is designed to help your child transition into school. Designed for children attending morning and afternoon kindergarten, we will provide transportation from many area schools to the YMCA for a fun and unique program. Children will do activities that emphasize fine motor skills through arts and crafts and gross motor skills through gym games. They may then transition into our after school recreation program, Kidz Zone. Your child will need to bring a lunch and drink each day. K-KIDZ SCHOOL SITES Dist. 86: Marshall, Woodland, Forest Park, Mary Crest Dist. 70C: Oak Valley The YMCA is always looking for new ways to serve the community. If your child’s school isn’t listed, please contact Melissa Parker at ext. 418 or via email at mparker@ jolietymca.org to discuss opening a new site or transportation options.

DAILY PROGRAM HOURS & FEES K-Kidz A.M. K-Kidz ONLY K-Kidz & KZ Before K-Kidz & KZ After K-Kidz & KZ Before & After

9 a.m.-Noon 6 a.m.-Noon 9 a.m.-Noon, 3-6 p.m. 6 a.m.-Noon, 3-6 p.m.

$275/$310 $365/$400 $415/$450 $475/$510

K-Kidz P.M. K-Kidz ONLY K-Kidz & KZ Before K-Kidz & KZ After K-Kidz & KZ Before & After

Noon-3 p.m. 6-9 a.m., Noon-3 p.m. Noon-6 p.m. 6-9 a.m., Noon-6 p.m.

$275/$310 $365/$400 $415/$450 $475/$510

Times are approximate and are coordinated with each school’s schedule. A $45 non refundable registration fee, first of 10 installment payments and YMCA membership fee is due at registration. The remaining nine payments are paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account. All participants must have a Full or Program membership with the YMCA. Program participants may start attending four business days after the day registration is completed.

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Kidz Zone

Before and After School Youth Recreation Program The Smith Family YMCA’s Kidz Zone program serves kids, grades K-8, in Joliet area schools. Children do homework, arts and crafts, play games, develop friendships and learn lessons that will last a lifetime. Participating Schools: Smith Location: Children participate at the Smith Family YMCA and are transported to and from school. On-Site Schools: Children participate at their schools.

Smith Location: • A.O. Marshall Elementary School (After school only) • Edna Keith Elementary School • Elwood School (After school only) • Fairmont School • Gompers Jr. High • Laraway School • Marycrest Early Childhood Center • Oak Valley School • Sator Sanchez 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 - Before and after school care

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR RATES

$45 non-refundable registration fee. Before & After: $320/$350 (Per Month) Before only: $225/$255 (Per Month) After only: $270/$300 (Per Month) Morning program runs 6-9 a.m. (Approximately) Afternoon program runs 2-6 p.m. (Approximately) The hours of the Y’s Kidz Zone program coordinate with each school’s hours. At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. Financial assistance is available. CCR&R and DHS funds are also accepted. A $45 non-refundable registration fee*, first of 10 installment payments and YMCA membership fee is due at registration time. The remaining nine payments are paid via automatic withdrawal from a checking account or credit card. All participants must have a full or program membership with the YMCA. Program participants may start attending four business days after the day registration is completed. All payment questions can be answered by by calling the Y at (815) SAY-YMCA.

To learn more, please contact Youth and Family Director Melissa Parker at ext. 418 or via email at mparker@jolietymca.org.

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Attention all parents! If you’re in need of a little time to yourselves, sign the kids up for Parents Night Out (PNO) at the Smith Family YMCA! During PNO, kids between the ages of 2 and 12 get to spend select Friday nights at the Y, eating pizza, playing games and swimming in our pool. (Not necessarily in that order). Pre-registration is required and all participants must be potty trained. For more information, please contact Youth and Family Director Melissa Parker at (815) 726-3939, ext. 418. Friday, August 19 Friday, September 16

Friday, November 18 Friday, December 16

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

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Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Kidz Zone- DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL On select full days out of school, registered participants may spend the day with friends and the Kidz 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. Children may be signed in as early as 6 a.m. and signed out as late as 6 p.m. The following codes are shown after a date to denote which school districts have the day off of school: J-Joliet/E-Elwood/L-Laraway/U-Union/LO-Lockport Monday, September 5 Friday, October 7 Monday, October 10 Friday, October 14 Friday, October 21 Friday, October 28 Friday, November 8 Friday, November 11 Tuesday, November 22 Wednesday, November 23 Thursday, November 24 Friday, November 25 Thursday, December 22 Friday, December 23 Winter Break Monday, December 26-Friday, December 30 Monday, January 2-Friday, January 6 Monday, January 16 Friday, January 27 Friday, February 17 Monday, February 20 Friday, March 3 Monday, March 6 Friday, March 17 Friday, March 24 Spring Break Monday, March 27-Friday, March 31 Monday, April 3-Friday, April 7 Friday, April 14 Monday, April 17 Monday, May 29

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EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP Teen Leaders Club (Ages 13-17) Need a little TLC? Join the Teen Leaders Club, a new and exciting group that focuses on training and developing leadership skills in teens just like you! Connect and learn through a series of leadership outings, guest speakers and team-building activities. Club meets second Thursday of every month. There is a one time registration fee of $30/$50. 9/15 10/20 11/17 12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu. Thu.

5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

SPECIAL EVENTS

FREE! Open to the community

Smith YMCA Chamber of Horrors (All Ages) If you’re ready for a night of freaks and frights, head to the Smith Family Y on Friday, October 21! At our fourth annual “Chamber of Horrors” Halloween party, kids are invited to rock their Halloween costumes, take a canoe ride through our Floating Pumpkin Patch and stroll through the Spooky Smith YMCA! 10/21

Fri.

6-8 p.m.

FREE

Cookies with Santa (All Ages) Cookies With Santa is our annual Christmas event that is fun for the entire family! In addition to decorating delicious cookies, Santa Claus himself will make an appearance! You can also join Santa for a sleigh ride in the pool. It will be a jolly time, so register today! Pre-registration is required on or before December 6. 12/10

Sat.

Noon-2 p.m.

FREE

Family Nights

Crafts & Creations

Join us at our FREE Family Nights at the Smith Family YMCA! Open to the community, these events will include Bingo Night, Game Night and Movie Night, which will include a movie under the stars! Family Game Night

Do you have a knack for arts and crafts? Or love to create fun projects? Join us for Crafts & Creations, a monthly arts and crafts club, and we’ll help you create your masterpiece! The program will culminate with an art exhibit featuring club members’ creations. Class will meet the third Wednesday of the month.

9/9 11/11

Fri. Fri.

6-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m.

FREE FREE

8/17,9/21,10/19, 11/15, 12/21

Thu.

FREE/$10

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Shooterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Touch Basketball Clinic (Ages 8-16) Karate: Beginner/Advanced (Ages 4 and Up) The Yâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karate program is taught by internationally certified instructors. 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 (the breaking of boards and bricks). 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

6-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 6-7 p.m.

$25/$50 $25/$50 $25/$50

Lay-Up Line (Ages 6-14) 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. 9/1-9/29 10/6-11/3 11/10-12/15

Thu. Thu. Thu.

4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Get Up and Play (Ages 7-10)

$25/$50 $25/$50 $25/$50

NEW

Meet new friends, stay active and play games such as dodgeball, basketball, soccer, freeze tag and much more. 8/31-12/28

Wed.

5-6 p.m.

$45/$90

SASS: Strength, Agility, Speed, Stability (Ages 7-17) This program is designed to help participants become faster and more explosive athletes. All in all, you will work to improve your explosion, lateral movement, agility, lower body strength and balance. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

Mon. Mon. Mon.

5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.

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$20/$40 $25/$50 $25/$50

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. 8/30-9/27 10/4-11/1

Tue. Tue.

5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m.

Basketball 101 (Ages 9-17)

$25/$50 $25/$50

NEW

Aspiring basketball players will develop fundamental skills while putting an emphasis ball handling, passing, and scoring techniques. 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Wed. Wed. Wed.

4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

$25/$50 $25/$50 $25/$50

Volleyball (Ages 10-18) Bump! Set! Spike! Our volleyball program is perfect for those who love volleyball and need a place to train and compete amongst their peers. Each class will include a variety of skills, drills and scrimmage games. This is a great way to prepare for your next volleyball season or just simply play the game for fun. 9/1-9/29 10/3-11/3

Mon./Thu. Mon./Thu.

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

$50/$100 $50/$100

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

JETS Flight School Swim Club (Ages 5-12)

Semi-Private Swimming Lessons (Ages 3 and Up) Two or more students of the same swimming ability may request semi-private lessons with our expert instructors. Intended for children ages 3 and up, one session includes five 30-minute lessons. Instructors may be requested, however availability may vary. Schedule must be arranged with the Aquatics Director. Private and semi-private swimming lessons begin one week after group swimming lessons. Two registrations for semi-private lessons must be made with two semi-private swim lesson participants. These two participants must go at the same time with the same instructor for each class. 5 lessons, 30 minutes each

JETS Flight School is an introductory, pre-competitive experience to the Joliet Y JETS Swim Team. An experienced swim coach will work with swimmers to develop proper technique in each of the competitive strokes. In addition, students will learn new skills, such as streamlines and racing dives. Swimmers must have the endurance to swim one length of the pool without a flotation device while demonstrating rotary breathing and the ability to float comfortably and confidently on their stomach and back. Swimmers should be evaluated before registering to ensure that Flight School is an appropriate option. 9/20-10/27 Tue./Thu. 11/1-12/15 Tue./Thu. 1/10-2/23 Tue./Thu.

5-5:45 p.m. 5-5:45 p.m. 5-5:45 p.m.

$47/$94 $51/$102 $55/$110

$50/$100

Private Swimming Lessons (Ages 3 and Up) One-on-one lessons with our expert instructors are now available at the Smith Family YMCA for individuals age four and up. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Instructors can be requested, however, availability may vary. 5 lessons, 30 minutes each

$75/$150

$50/$100

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The YMCA is America’s Favorite Swim Instructor.

In Y classes, not only are you taught in a caring way how to swim, but you also learn about yourself, about safety and rescue skills and about water activities you can enjoy for a lifetime.

YMCA Swim Lesson Policies and Procedures

Make-up Lessons and Swim Credit

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 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 horizontal 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 horizontal swim stroke without stopping or having assistance. Yellow wristband swimmers are not permitted past the 4 foot marker. The Yellow Test will be done without a life jacket. RED Wristband Test- All swimmers under 16 years of age who did 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. 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. 32 l 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

WHICH SWIM CLASS IS MY CHILD READY FOR? PARENT AND CHILD: 6 MONTH-5 YEARS

** parent participation is required in all parent/child lessons

Is your child...

Between 6 months and 2 years old

YES

PARENT/ CHILD Max 10 students

Between 2 years and 3 years old

YES

PIKE WITH PARENT Max 10 students

Between 3 years and 5 years old and comfortable without a parent in the water

YES

PIKE Max 4 students

PIKE WITH PARENT

PRESCHOOL: 3-5 YEARS Can your child...

Swim 5 feet on their front and back unassisted

NOT YET

PIKE Max 4 students

YES

Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke

NOT YET

EEL Max 4 students

YES

RAY

YOUTH: 6-14 YEARS Can your child...

Swim half the length of the pool utilizing rudimentary front and back crawl stroke

NOT YET

POLLIWOG

Max 4 students

YES

Pass the Blue Swim Test and also swim 25 yards utilizing rudimentary backstroke

NOT YET

GUPPY Max 6 students

YES

Swim front crawl with side breathing, backstroke, and rudimentary breaststroke for 50 yards

NOT YET

MINNOW Max 6 students

YES

Swim front crawl stroke with side breathing, backstroke, breaststroke with proper form for 100 yards and can demonstrate rudimentary butterfly

NOT YET

Demonstrate proficiency in all 4 competitive strokes and is comfortable with dives and flipturns

NOT YET

FISH Max 8 students

YES

FLYING FISH Max 8 students

JETS SWIM TEAM: For those looking for further development as athletes, team bonding, and the opportunity for competition. See page 12 for more details. 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

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SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

SWIM LESSON SESSIONS (One lesson per week) Due to upgrades being made in our pool, our Fall 1 Session of swim lessons will be a shorter 4-week session. During this special, shorter session, weekday classes will meet twice a week. Once/week classes will be available on Saturdays.

MONDAY/WEDNESDAY & TUESDAY/THURDAY CLASSES (8 Lessons) Session Dates

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

Fall 1: September 6-October 2

$56/$112

Monday, Aug. 22

Pike with Parent & Parent/Child

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

$61/$117 $40/$75

Fall 1: September 6-October 2

Price After Deadline

$47/$89

$42/$84

Monday, Aug. 22

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

$28/$56

Monday, Aug. 22

$33/$61 $40/$75

SATURDAY CLASSES (4 Lessons) Session Dates

Fall 1: September 6-October 2

Early Bird Price

Pike with Parent & Parent/Child

Fall 1: September 6-October 2

$21/$42

Early Bird Deadline

Monday, Aug. 22

Price After Deadline

$26/$47

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

TUESDAY & THURSDAY

SATURDAY

Parent/Child

5:25-5:55 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Pike w/ Parent

5:25-5:55 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Pike

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m. 10:40-11:10 a.m.

Eel

4:15-4:45 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Ray/Starfish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.*

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m.

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

TUESDAY & THURSDAY

SATURDAY

Polliwog

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Guppy

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m.

Minnow

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Fish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Flying Fish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

SWIM LESSON SESSIONS (One lesson per week) Session Dates

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

Fall 2: October 3-November 6 Fall 3: November 7-December 18

$35/$70 $35/$70

Monday, Sept. 26 Monday, Oct. 31

$40/$75 $40/$75 $40/$75

Pike with Parent & Parent/Child Fall 2: October 3-November 6 Fall 3: November 7-December 18

Early Bird Price

Early Bird Deadline

Price After Deadline

$26/$52 $26/$52

Monday, Sept. 26

MONDAY

Monday, Oct. 31

THURSDAY

$31/$57 $31/$57

$31/$67 FRIDAY SATURDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Parent/Child

9:30-10 a.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

Pike w/ Parent

9:30-10 a.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

9:30-10 a.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m. 10:40-11:10 a.m.

$31/$67

9:30-10 a.m.

Pike

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

Eel

4:15-4:45 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m. 4:50-5:20 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Ray/Starfish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

6-6:30 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Polliwog

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

9:30-10 a.m.

Guppy

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:15-4:45 p.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m.

10:05-10:35 a.m.

Minnow

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Fish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Flying Fish

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

5:25-5:55 p.m.

4:50-5:20 p.m. 6-6:30 p.m.

10:40-11:10 a.m.

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

REGISTER BEFORE THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TO SAVE $5! REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE IN PERSON, BY PHONE OR ONLINE AT WWW.JOLIETYMCA.ORG. 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 35

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

SKILLS FOR LIFE American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification (Ages 15 and Up) The Y 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: • Must be able to complete a continuous 300-yard swim • Must be able to tread water for two minutes • Must complete a timed swim to retrieve a ten-pound object from under ten feet of water 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. Optional extra certificates/trainings available at the end of each class: Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine Auto Injector, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Administering Emergency Oxygen. This course is open to anyone in the community, ages 15 and up. Attendance at every class is mandatory. Upon successful completion, certification cards will be issued. 8/1-8/4 Mon.-Thu. 12/26-12/29 Mon.-Thu.

9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $200/$225/$250 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $200/$225/$250

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Course (Ages 17 and Up) The Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor class is designed for experienced Red Cross lifeguards who want to learn how to train new lifeguards. To participate, you must hold current Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED certifications and pass a pre-requisite swimming and skills test. For more information, please contact Aquatics Director Danielle Krohn at (815) 726-3939, ext. 417. 9/7-9/9

Wed.-Fri.

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

$275/$300/$325

Teen/American Red Cross Lifeguarding Review Course (Ages 15 and Up) This class is for current Red Cross Lifeguards who need 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. 8/1-8/3 Mon.-Wed. 12/21-12/23 Mon.-Wed.

11 a.m.-3 p.m. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

$125/$135/$150 $125/$135/$150

NOT SURE IF YOU’RE READY? Contact Aquatics Director Danielle Krohn at (815) 744-3939, ext. 417 or via email at dkrohn@jolietymca.org to take the pre-requisite swim test for FREE before registering. If you wait until the first day of class and do no pass the pre-test, a $50 fee will be assessed.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

Aja’s Total Body Training Club (Ages 14 and Up) Led by our very own fitness specialist Aja Morris, this total body workout is designed to increase stamina, burn fat and help you tone your entire body. All fitness levels and types are welcome! See front desk for schedule at the beginning of the session. 8/29-12/14

Dates and Times Vary

FREE/$45

Dance It Off Fitness (Ages 14 and Up) This is a fun-filled class where you can move your hips and get into shape! Our fitness team has choreographed a hip-hop routine that will boost your confidence and enhance your cardiovascular health. If you’re looking for a class that has some sass and spunk, this is it! See front desk for schedule at the beginning of the session. 8/29-12/14

Dates and Times Vary

FREE/$45

Core to Soles (Ab Attack) (Ages 14 and Up)

Are you ready to make a substantial change in your workouts? 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? Please contact our Sports & Fitness Director Stephan Grandison at ext. 414 or via email at sgrandison@jolietymca.org to get yourself registered for a wellness consultation and see how personal training can help you! Group Size

# of 60 minute sessions purchased at a time

Individual

$45/$75

$148/$220

$268/$336

$372/$468

$711/$888

If you’re looking to tone, build muscle and get stronger, join us for Circuit Training! During this high-intensity class, we will challenge you to work your entire body using nothing but your own body weight. It might sound tough, but it’s worth it in the long run!

Group 2

$32/$45

$105/$155

$185/$280

$264/$369

8/30-9/29 10/4-11/3

$502/$702

Tighten up your core and entire lower body with this highly effective class. In this class, participants will go through a complete resistance circuit that will strengthen their hamstrings, quads, calves, abs, obliques, and lats. 8/29-9/26 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

Mon. Mon. Mon.

5:30-6:30 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Circuit Training (Ages 14 and Up)

Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu.

6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$30 FREE/$30

Price per Person

Payment plans are available for packages of 12 or more.

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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Improving the nation’s health and well-being. 11/8-12/15

Tue./Thu.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$30

Cardio, Strength, and Flexibility (Ages 14 and Up) Build muscle, increase endurance and expand your flexibility with this amazing total body workout. This class is designed to give you a full workout from head to toe with various resistance exercises, cardio exercises and stretching. 9/1-9/29 10/4-11/3 11/8-12/15

Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu.

9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m.

FREE/$30 FREE/$30 FREE/$30

Cardio Blast (Ages 14 and Up) This non-stop cardio class is designed to help you burn calories and fat while increasing your overall cardiovascular endurance. 8/31-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Wed. Wed. Wed.

5:30-6:15 p.m. 5:30-6:15 p.m. 5:30-6:15 p.m.

FREE/$15 FREE/$15 FREE/$15

Boot Camp (Ages 14 and Up) Start your day with AM Boot Camp and take your fitness goals to the next level! Each morning, we will help you push yourself to become a greater you, while developing a better wellness and a healthy mindset. 8/29-9/28 10/5-11/2 11/9-12/14

Mon./Wed. Mon./Wed. Mon./Wed.

8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m.

FREE/$30 FREE/$30 FREE/$30

Men’s Basketball League (Ages 18 and Up) Do you think you still have what it takes to compete against the best local talent in the area? If so, get your team together and sign up for the YMCA’s Men’s Basketball League! This league includes a regular season along with a playoff tournament ending with a championship game. 9/29-11/17

Thu.

6-9 p.m.

$550/$775

Strength & Mobility (Ages 50 and Up) Designed for older adults, this class uses low-impact cardio exercises and functional strength training to help your improve flexibility and mobile strength. 8/30-10/27 10/4-11/3 11/8-12/15

Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu. Tue./Thu.

7:15-8 a.m. 7:15-8 a.m. 7:15-8 a.m.

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FREE/$30 FREE/$30 FREE/$30

CHALLENGE YOURSELF Ho, Ho, Ho Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge November 14-January 7

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 eight weeks, you will receive your money back in the form of a YMCA 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 the Smith Family YMCA’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 e-mails 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! Cost: $20

MERRY CHRIST MAS

FITNESS ANIM AL

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

SMITH FAMILY YMCA PROGRAMS

Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

ADVANCE & ENHANCE YOUR LIFE

STAYING ACTIVE FOR LIFE

Diabetes Prevention Program

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. Discounts are available for Y members, to those with a doctor’s referrals and to those who pay in full. These discounts can also be combined. Financial assistance is also available.

Mondays from 2-3 p.m. September 5, 2016-July 10, 2017 St. Joseph Medical Center Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. September 7, 2016-July 12, 2017 Presence Healing Arts Pavilion - Plainfield

Enhance®Fitness

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! Full Members: FREE Program Members: $75 Mon./Wed./Fri. from 7-8 a.m. Classes run August 29-December 16 YMCA Program Members and 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.

Thursdays from 11a.m.-Noon September 8, 2016-July 13, 2017 C.W. Avery Family YMCA

$429

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Improving the nation’s health and well-being. Wave Walkers (Ages 15 and Up)

These classes are all FREE to Full Members. Program Members can sign up by session for a specific class, or buy a 10-visit punch pass ($70) and use it to try them all.

Flowing Forms (Ages 15 and Up) The goal of Flowing Forms is to reduce stress while increasing strength and flexibility. 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. Mon. Fri.

8:30-9:30 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m.

FREE/$35 per 5 week session FREE/$35 per 5 week session

H2O Cardio (Ages 15 and Up) Utilizing 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 flotation device. Tue. Wed. Mon.

8:30-9:30 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$35 per 5 week session FREE/$35 per 5 week session FREE/$35 per 5 week session

H2O Cardio Core (Ages 15 and Up) 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 floor, in order to increase your balance and core strength. Swimming ability is not necessary to participate. Fri.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

FREE/$35 per 5 week session

Splash & Step (Ages 15 and Up) Have fun and get 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. Wed. Thu.

6:30-7:30 p.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m.

FREE/$35 per 5 week session FREE/$35 per 5 week session

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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 float belts will be included. Participants must be comfortable swimming in the deep end without a flotation device. Fri.

7:30-8 p.m.

FREE/$17 per 5 week session

Aqua Soothe (Ages 40 and Up) 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. Tue./Thu.

11 a.m.-Noon

FREE/$70 per 5 week session

Rusty Hinges (Ages 40 and Up) Taught by longtime instructor Angie Manheim, this water fitness program will benefit those who suffer from joint 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 Program Members. Mon./Wed./Fri. 11 a.m.-Noon

FREE/$85 per 5 week session

JUST KEEP SWIMMING Teen/Adult Swimming Lessons (Ages 15 and Up)

It’s never too late to learn how to swim! It doesn’t matter if you want to improve your swimming endurance or if you simply want to get comfortable in the water—beginners and advanced swimmers are invited! We would love to have you in class so you can start meeting your goals. 9/7-9/28 9/10-10/1 10/3-10/31 10/8-11/5 11/7-12/12 11/12-12/17

Mon./Wed. Sat. Mon. Sat. Mon. Sat.

6-6:30 p.m. 10:05-10:55 a.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m. 10:05-10:55 a.m. 5:25-5:55 p.m. 10:05-10:35 a.m.

$26/$112 $28/$56 $35/$70 $35/$70 $35/$70 $35/$70

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

EMPOWERING OUR YOUTH Last spring, the Smith Family YMCA partnered with the Kiwanis Club of Joliet to pilot two new after school programs for youth: The Bring Up Grades program and the Terrific Kids program. These programs are designed to provide mentorship for youth and empower them to reach their full potential, both academically and personally. Each program, however, has its own unique goal in mind. Bring Up Grades, or BUG, is a program that encourages students to strive for academic success, and in turn, improve their grades and self-esteem. The goal for students is to raise one grade by the end of their current grading period. Terrific Kids, on the other hand, is a program that focuses on character development and good citizenship. Students learn about and practice demonstrating the “Terrific” character traits of being Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive, and Capable. During weekly meetings, YMCA staff members and Kiwanis Club members worked with participants to set and accomplish their goals. Meetings were held each week and typically included group activities and fellowship. To celebrate each student’s hard work, a recognition ceremony was held at the end of the school year. Family members of participating students were invited to witness the program in action. Students were presented with a certificate for their completion of the programs and were rewarded with a pizza party. To learn more about BUG and Terrific Kids, please contact Youth and Family Director Melissa Parker at (815) 726-3939, ext. 418. For information on how you can make a tax deducible donation to support YMCA programming, please contact: GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA Kate Nichols Community Engagement Director Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 308 Email: knichols@jolietymca.org

SMITH FAMILY YMCA Anna Miller Community Engagement Director Phone: (815) 726-3939, ext. 433 Email: amiller@jolietymca.org

Funds donated to the Y’s annual campaign help to ensure that no one is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay. 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 41

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Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

CHAIRMAN’S ROUNDTABLE BANNER CLUB DONORS

Partnering for the Future by Supporting the YMCA Annual Campaign CORPORATE BANNER CLUB- Corporate Gifts of $2,000 or more Ahoyt Family Dental -Dr. & Mrs. Justin Ahoyt Chicagoland Speedway R.A.C.E. Foundation CITGO Petroleum Corp. Crane Fund for Widows and Children Eastern Illinois NECA/IBEW Local 176 Ecolab Inc. Exxon Mobil Gantzert Investment Company, LLC

Holly Club John and Mary E. Lambert Memorial Fund for Children Mazon State Bank Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center Silver Cross Hospital United Way of Grundy County United Way of Will County

FAMILY BANNER CLUB- Personal Gifts of $1,000 or more The Bill & Shirl Avery Family Judy Avery The Behounek Family Dr. Frank & Bette Bender Mrs. Cliff Berglund The Betlej-Cambron Family Kathy Blessent BMO Harris Guy & Jan Christensen Tom & Sandy Cowgill C. W. Avery Family YMCA Aquatics Staff C. W. Avery Family YMCA Boot Camp C. W. Avery Family YMCA Group Fitness C. W. Avery Family YMCA Kidz Zone Staff C. W. Avery Family YMCA Member Services Staff C. W. Avery Family YMCA Wellness Staff C. W. Avery Family YMCA Youth & Family Staff Cybex International, Inc. The Don DeGeus Family Drover’s Trail Natural Farms The Finnestad Family The Durkin Family

For more information on becoming a banner donor, please contact :

The Evenson Family The Fears Family The Felman Family The Michael Fitton Family The Ron & Jerry Galowich Family Galowich Family YMCA Aquatics Staff Galowich Family YMCA Youth & Family Staff Hamilton & Antonsen, Ltd. The Hamilton Family Eric & Donna Hanson Family Larry & Carol Hemdal Carlos & Shelly Interial & Family Paul & Donna Jeschke The Brad Johnstone Family Ron & Kathy Kazmar Robert & Bonnie Kegley The Kirkeeng Family The Michael & Susan Lee Family Lee & Vercellotti DDS Harlow Lockwood Neal & Phyllis MacDonald The Macris Family The Katherine Maloney Family Eric & Victoria Matway Family Anna Miller Steve & Irene Morimoto Family Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers

Councilman Terry Morris The Nichols Family The Mike & Chris Noonan Family NRG, Inc. Oak Trust Credit Union - Jim Dean Kevin & Mary Olson Park Vending Gregory & Susan Peyla Family Reach Sports Marketing Group Rex Slagel Rezin Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, S.C. Gus & Diane Rousonelos Gus P. & Deborah Rousonelos The Rubio Family Sis Schmidt Family The Shea Family The Searls Family Tami Sender Smith Family YMCA Membership Staff The Stein Family TouchDown Services - Tim Roesel The Watts Family The Weitendorf Family Ron & Jackie Wohlwend The Mike & Missie Wright Family The Al & Donna Zanzola Family Barb & Kristin Ziegner

Kate Nichols, Community Engagement Director Phone: (815) 744-3939, ext. 308 Email: knichols@jolietymca.org

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Anna Miller, Community Engagement Director Phone: (815) 726-3939, ext. 433 Email: amiller@jolietymca.org

FOR 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 Family YMCA Kate Nichols – Community Engagement Director knichols@jolietymca.org Ext. 308 Smith Family YMCA Anna Miller- Community Engagement Director amiller@jolietymca.org Ext. 433 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide l 43

EXPLORE THE Y

General Information Staff Directory

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA

(815) 267-8600

Lisa Behounek - Executive Director lbehounek@jolietymca.org ext. 206

Susan Krause - Health & Wellness Director skrause@jolietymca.org ext. 214

Maria Romero - Youth & Adult Sports Director mromero@jolietymca.org ext. 217

Carl Dreyer - Maintenance Manager cdreyer@jolietymca.org ext. 242

Tina Lee - Before & After School Care Director tlee@jolietymca.org ext. 205

Rachel Ronchetti - Aquatics Manager rronchetti@jolietymca.org ext. 228

Jared Freeh - Property Manager jfreeh@jolietymca.org ext. 216

Erin Lightbody - Youth & Family Director elightbody@jolietymca.org ext. 211

Ashley Rowden - Membership Director arowden@jolietymca.org ext. 204

Dori Fugate - Community Engagement Director dfugate@jolietymca.org ext. 210

Mimi Panagopoulos - Before & After School Care Coodinator mpanagopoulos@jolietymca.org ext. 229

Shannon Stawikowski - Youth & Family Manager sstawikowski@jolietymca.org ext. 212

Chris Interial - Youth & Adult Sports Manager cinterial@jolietymca.org ext. 219

Megan Payne - Membership Manager mpayne@jolietymca.org ext. 203

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

(815) 744-3939

Danny Rubio - Executive Director drubio@jolietymca.org ext. 317

Dave Lee - Maintenance Technician dlee@jolietymca.org ext. 322

Michael Taylor - Sports & Fitness Director mtaylor@jolietymca.org ext. 307

Michele Brown - Membership Director mbrown@jolietymca.org ext. 309

Kate Nichols - Community Engagement Director knichols@jolietymca.org ext. 308

Max Yoshikawa - Aquatics Director myoshikawa@jolietymca.org ext. 320

Marlene Kirsch - Youth & Family Director mkirsch@jolietymca.org ext. 315

Lynette Sartori - Youth & Family Manager lsoto@jolietymca.org ext. 316

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

(815) 726-3939

Maurice Fears - Executive Director mfears@jolietymca.org ext. 413

Dave Hedden - Director of Competitive Aquatics dhedden@jolietymca.org ext. 412

Anna Miller - Community Engagement Director amiller@jolietymca.org ext. 433

Stephan Grandison - Sports & Fitness Director sgrandison@jolietymca.org ext. 414

Danielle Krohn - Aquatics Director dkrohn@jolietymca.org ext. 417

Melissa Parker - Youth & Family Director mparker@jolietymca.org ext. 418

Brooke Hall - Membership Director bhall@jolietymca.org ext. 415

Dave Lee - Maintenance Technician dlee@jolietymca.org ext. 322

CENTRAL CITY YMCA Maurice Fears - Executive Director mfears@jolietymca.org ext. 413

(815) 726-3939 Stephan Grandison - Sports & Fitness Director sgrandison@jolietymca.org ext. 414

Melissa Parker - Youth & Family Director mparker@jolietymca.org ext. 418

MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA

(815) 513-8080

Missy Durkin - Executive Director mdurkin@jolietymca.org ext. 510

Jamie Nelson - Membership Manager jnelson@jolietymca.org ext. 515

Ken Iverson - Program Director kiverson@jolietymca.org ext. 512

Sarah Porzel -Family & Community Engagement Director sporzel@jolietymca.org ext. 513

Ian Stewart - Health & Wellness Director istewart@jolietymca.org ext. 514

METROPOLITAN OFFICE

(815) 729-9638

James Watts - President and CEO jwatts@jolietymca.org ext. 312

Adriana Garcia - Human Resources Manager agarcia@jolietymca.org ext. 331

Heather Perkins - Senior Vice President/COO hperkins@jolietymca.org ext. 333

Patty Hall - Membership Operations Director phall@jolietymca.org ext. 327

Jenna Bay - Graphic Design and Brand Manager jbay@jolietymca.org ext. 310

Carolyn Hamilton - Vice President of Marketing and Communications chamilton@jolietymca.org ext. 313

Cindy Conrad - Senior Accountant/Business Manager cconrad@jolietymca.org ext. 303

Julie Jackson - Chief Financial Officer jjackson@jolietymca.org ext. 311

Karen Courtney - Executive Administrative Assistant kcourtney@jolietymca.org ext. 306

Kyle Nowaczyk - Social Media and Marketing Manager knowaczyk@jolietymca.org ext. 323

Megan Engelman - Human Resource and Accounting Specialist mengelman@jolietymca.org ext. 304

44 l 2016 Galowich and Smith Fall Program Guide

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

15120 Wallin Drive • Plainfield, IL 60544 Phone: (815) 267-8600 • Fax: (815) 267-8601

HOURS

AMENITIES

YEAR ROUND MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m.-10 p.m.

• Family Aquatic Center • Eight-Lane Pool • Steam Room and Sauna • Gymnasium • Indoor Running Track • Wellness Center and Weight Room • Group Cycling Room

• Activity Center • Supervised Playroom • Multi-Purpose Rooms • Aerobics and Dance Studio • Softball Field • Soccer Field • Outdoor Track

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA

749 Houbolt Road • Joliet, IL 60431 Phone: (815) 744-3939 • Fax: (815) 729-9628

AMENITIES • Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Racquetball Court

• Supervised Playroom • Two Soccer Fields • Two Softball Fields • Half-Mile Paved Walking Path

MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA

SATURDAYS 6 a.m.-6 p.m. SUNDAYS 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

HOURS SEPTEMBER-MAY JUNE-AUGUST MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m.-10 p.m.

MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

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

SUNDAYS 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

SUNDAYS Closed

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

HOURS

AMENITIES

SEPTEMBER-MAY JUNE-AUGUST

• Wellness Center and Weight Room • Aerobics Studio • Multi-Purpose Room

• Supervised Playroom • Community Space • Locker Rooms

FRIDAYS 5 a.m.-8 p.m. SATURDAY & SUNDAYS 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

In partnership with

SMITH FAMILY YMCA

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

AMENITIES • Six-Lane Pool • Gymnasium • Wellness Center & Weight Room • Supervised Playroom

MONDAY-THURSDAY 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

• Racquetball Court • Activity Center • Separate Men’s & Women’s Saunas

MONDAY-THURSDAY 5 a.m.-9 p.m. FRIDAYS 5 a.m.-8 p.m. SATURDAYS 7 a.m.-3 p.m. SUNDAYS Closed

HOURS SEPTEMBER-MAY JUNE-AUGUST MONDAY-FRIDAY 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

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 At the Y, no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. www.jolietymca.org Stop by your local branch to learn more about our (815) SAY-YMCA People Helping People Scholarship Program. Programs vary by location.

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

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