*Modified class schedules on Labor Day, Halloween, and the week of Thanksgiving. Pricing will be adjusted accordingly.
Fall 1: August 26-September 29
Registration Dates:
Facility Members Saturday, July 27
Open Registration Saturday, August 10
Fall 2: September 30-November 3
Registration Dates:
Facility Members Saturday, July 27
Open Registration Saturday, September 14
Youth Sports
BIDDY SOCCER
Ages 3-4
FA1, FA2 $60/$120 Mon. 4:15-5 p.m.
JUNIOR BASKETBALL
Ages 3-4 FA1, FA2, FA3 $60/$120 Thu. 5:45-6:30 p.m.
KINDER SPORTS
Ages 3-4 FA1, FA2, FA3 $60/$120
Tue. 5:45-6:30 p.m.
BASKETBALL SKILLS & SCRIMMAGE
Grades K-2 FA1, FA2, FA3 $65/$130
Thu. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-8 FA1, FA2, FA3 $65/$130 Thu. 7:30-8:30 p.m.
BASS FISHING SKILLS & TIPS
Grades K-2
FA1, FA2 $65/$130
Wed. 4-5 p.m.
Grades 3-8 FA1, FA2 $65/$130
Wed. 5-6 p.m.
ALL SPORTS
Grades K-2 FA1, FA2, FA3 $65/$130 Tue. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-8 FA1, FA2, FA3 $65/$130 Tue. 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages 4-12 $15/$30 Friday 5:30-8 p.m.
9/6 10/4 11/1 12/6
Are you looking for something fun to do on a Friday night with your Y friends? Kids Night Out is your answer! Kids, ages 4-12, are invited to come to the Y for night of fun. Activities include a movie, games, and crafts. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required 48 hours in advance.
Fall 3: November 4-December 15
Registration Dates:
Facility Members Saturday, July 27
Open Registration Saturday, October 19
HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
• Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org
• In person by visiting the Y
• By phone by calling (815) 513-8080
There is a Y in Every Family FAMILY
Open to all ages HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR TRUNK OR TREAT
Saturday, October 26 10-11:30 a.m. Free
It’s Halloween time and we’re having a bash. Wear your best costume and do a little Monster Dash! Come trunk or treat from the numerous trunks provided by local businesses. This event is free for the community as well as members. Event will be located at Morris Grade School.
FALL SWIM CLINIC
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the JETS and to meet our team and coaching staff. Throughout the week, coaches will be evaluating swimmers for team placement. A YMCA membership is not required to participate in the clinic. Spots for the team are limited. Clinic registration at a site does not guarantee practice site for the upcoming season.
Registration is underway! Cost: $25
AUGUST 26-28
C.W. Avery Family YMCA Ages 6-10 5-6 p.m. Ages 11-17 6-7 p.m.
AUGUST 27-29
Galowich Family YMCA
Ages 6-17 5-6 p.m.
To learn more about the JETS Swim Team, please contact: Dave Hedden, Director of Competitive Aquatics (815) 267-8600 | dhedden@jolietymca.org www.jetsyswimteam.org TO
Ages 5-11
$85/$170
In the YMCA’s 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 the game in a safe and fun environment. Each participant will receive a jersey to wear for all games and to keep. Weekly practices and games.
Morris Grade School Soccer Fields
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE
Now-August 5
$85/$170
After August 5 $90/$180 CLICK
AUGUST 26-OCTOBER 26
T-Ball Tots
Ages: 3-4 years old
T-Ball
Ages: 5-6 years old
Cost:
Facility Members
Community Members
$100
$115
Registration fees will increase by $25 after August 5. Uniforms will not be guaranteed by the first game for those players who register after August 5.
Practices/ Games:
Practices will be held Monday-Thursday one practice per week beginning August 26. Games will be played on Saturday mornings beginning August 31 at Kiwanis Park.
When kids play sports, they get more than just exercise. Besides being physically healthier, they have higher self-esteem and a healthier body image. Kids who play sports perform better in school, develop better interpersonal skills, and work better in groups.
The Y Youth Sports program maximizes 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.
MORRIS LEAGUE
Games and practices will be held at Morris Grade School, located at 2001 Dupont Avenue in Morris.
COAL CITY LEAGUE
Games and practices will be held at Coal City Intermediate School, located at 305 E. Division Street in Coal City.
MORRIS LEAGUE
Co-Ed Divisions:
Junior YBL, Grades K-8
Girls’ Divisions: NEW FOR THE 2025 SEASON* Grades 3-4, 5-6
COAL CITY LEAGUE
Co-Ed Divisions: Grades K-6
Girls’ Divisions: NEW FOR THE 2025 SEASON* Grades 3-4, 5-6
*In order for competitions to run in the Girls’ Divisions, a minimum number of participants must be enrolled. The Y will determine if these divisions will be able to run by November 13, and families will be notified.
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE
Early Bird Pricing Through September 23
September 24-November 11
After November 11
$85/$170
$90/$180
$95/$190 Uniforms will not be guaranteed for those who register after November 11.
Coaches Meeting
November 20
Practices are the weeks of December 2 December 9
Games Begin January 18
Games are played on Saturdays beginning at noon
Team Pictures January 25
To learn more, please contact Sports Director Chris Interial Phone: (815) 513-8088 Email: cinterial@jolietymca.org REGISTER
One of the Y’s most beloved programs, Teen Achievers provides area high school students with the guidance and support they need to discover their identities, embrace their passions, and become their best selves.
Make your plans to join us out on the course for a day of fun and fellowship while we raise awareness and charitable dollars for the Y’s Mission Strong Fund. Guests at the Mission Strong Golf Classic will enjoy 18 holes of golf, lunch and complimentary beverages on the course, a cocktail reception, dinner, course games, prizes, raffles, and more. Volunteer opportunities are available.
Kid Zone
Before and After School
Youth Enrichment Program
In the YMCA’s Before and After School program, kids participate in physical, learning, and imaginative activities that encourage them to explore who they are and what they can achieve. Kids have fun, make new friends, and create memories that last a lifetime.
The Morris Community YMCA’s Before and After School Program serves children at Morris Grade School and Saratoga Elementary School.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT KID ZONE, PLEASE CONTACT:
Jordan Overton, Youth and Family Director
Phone: (815) 513-8080, ext. 513
Email: joverton@jolietymca.org Register today for the 2024-2025 School Year!
The YMCA’s Kid Zone program is designed to meet the needs of local families. When enrolling in the Y’s before and after school program, families can choose from the following enrollment plans. Plus a
The Morris Community YMCA will offer half-day and full-day programming for students attending both Morris Grade School and Saratoga Elementary School on days off of school during the 2024-2025 school year.
Ages 16 and Up $50/$100
August 6-September 24 Tuesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m.
To prepare for the 2024 Cornfest 5K, join us for the Morris YMCA Couch to Cornfest 5K training program!
This will help you get into shape for the upcoming race with 8 weekly meetings between August 6 and September 24. Weekly meetings will include an educational topic, question/answer period, and a group walk/run.
All registrants will receive a printed 8-week training plan to utilize during the training period.
Program registration also includes a promo code for $10 off your registration for the 2024 Morris Hospital Corn Fest 5K. ALL FITNESS LEVELS WELCOME!
Saturday, September 28 7:30-10 a.m.
Kids Fun Run
$10 per child
5K Run & Wellness Walk
$25 through 8/24
$28 through 8/25-9/26
$30 day of race
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE
Schedule of Events: 7:30-8:45 a.m. Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up
8:15 a.m. Youth Fun Run Ages 6-10
8:30 a.m. Youth Fun Run Ages 5 and Under 9 a.m. 5K Run
Location Morris Grade School For more information visit, www.morrishospital.org
Co-ed; Ages 17 and Up 9/28 $35 Saturday 9-6 p.m.
Shabbona 725 School Street Morris, IL 60450
All participants will receive a t-shirt and tourney winners will receive trophies and a $50 gift card. YMCA members receive $5 off by entering code: YMCA5OFF.
Challenge Yourself This Holiday Season!
November 11 - January 9
Ages 16 and Up Cost $30
Our 8-week Holiday Weight Maintenance Challenge will help you get in shape and keep the weight off during the holiday season. We have a great plan to help you adopt healthy eating and exercise habits while saying ‘No’ to those tempting holiday cravings.
Registration Opens October 14
Weigh In November 11-22
Half-Way Weigh-In December 2-8
Optional
Weigh Out January 2-9
Are you up for the challenge?
If you can maintain your weight within 2 pounds for 8 weeks (November 11-January 9), you will receive a $20 YMCA credit that can be used towards any fitness program, including personal training. If you gain more than 2 pounds during this eight-week challenge, your fee will be donated in your name to the Y’s Mission Strong Fund.
As part of this fun-filled Holiday Challenge, you will receive:
• A one-of-a-kind YMCA Holiday Challenge T-shirt
• Weekly emails with workout tips, healthy holiday recipes and special fitness challenges, designed specifically for challenge participants
Let’s have a little fun this holiday season! Together, we will help you celebrate the holiday season happy and healthy!
Stop by the Membership Desk and pick up a 2024 Mission Strong t-shirt by making a donation of $25 or more to the YMCA Mission Strong Fund. Your donation will help to ensure that no one is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay.
WOMEN ON WEIGHTS
Ages 16 and Up
FA1, FA2, FA3
$50/$100
Mon. 6-6:45 p.m.
Tue. 10:15-11 a.m.
Instructor: Ro
In this 5-week class, you will burn more calories, learn safe strength training exercises and get a great workout. You will do a variety of exercises focusing on major muscle groups for a different type of workout. In this small group setting, your instructor will be able to give you modifications
SYNRGY BOOTCAMP
Ages 16 and Up FA1, FA2, FA3
$50/$100 Tue. 10-10:45 a.m. Wed. 9-9:45 a.m.
Instructor: Carissa
In this small group class, you will get an effective, functional and fun workout using the Synrgy 360. You can expect to build muscle and burn a ton of calories using the TRX Suspension Trainer, medicine balls, kettlebells, plyometrics, battling ropes and more.
OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP
Ages 16 and Up FA1, FA2
$50/$100 Tue. 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Instructor: Jessika
Wed. 9-9:45 a.m.
Instructor: Katie
In this small group training class, enjoy the weather and take your fitness outside! Flip tires, use battle ropes, slam medicine balls and more during this fun fitness program. All done outside!
Ages 16 and up | Prices are
FAB 50 Y WALKERS
Ages 50 and Up FA1, FA2, FA3 $0/$5 Fridays 9-10 a.m.
Get outside and enjoy the warm weather and the company of your fellow members as part of the Morris Community YMCA Fab 50 Walking Club. Walk lengths will progress in time each week, as we work up to a one hour walk. A YMCA staff member will lead group walks through the beautiful downtown district and along the river walk, among other locations. Please bring a water bottle and comfortable walking shoes and plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow for stretching. In cases of inclement weather, please contact the Y. Registration is required and please notify Jordan at joverton@jolietymca.org if you can not attend a session once signed up.
Ages 13 and Up $10/$20 Thursdays 6:45-8:15 p.m.
Instructor: Sheri
FLOW INTO FALL
September 12
Fall is a wonderful time of year. Join me on the mat as we pause to appreciate our favorite things about this season. This class will be a reminder to embrace it all. Essential oils, stretching, a calming yoga practice, breathwork, and a guided visualization meditation will be ready for you to come and relax.
SPA NIGHT AND YOGA SEQUENCES
October 10
Back by popular demand is our Spa Night experience. Come and relax and enjoy this time for yourself. “Savor simplicity” will be our intention for the evening. A 90 minute yoga practice will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. Part of this class will include a restorative practice to further relax our minds and bodies.
GRACE AND GRATITUDE
November 14
In this class we will explore the gift of gratitude. We will honor and acknowledge our breath, movement, strength, and flexibility.
THE MAGIC OF CANDLELIGHT YOGA
December 12
Candles, soothing Christmas music, and a guided visualization practice are only a few of the things to look forward to during this 90 minute yoga practice. Take time for you during this hectic season. Learning to let go of things that no longer serve you and remember to appreciate the beauty of this season will allow us to make space for what truly matters.
Ages 18 and Up Monday and Wednesday 6-9 p.m. $500/$750
If you’re looking for a little friendly competition, the Morris Community YMCA has got you covered! Register today for the Men’s Basketball League. Space is limited to ten teams so register quickly!
Team members qualify for member pricing if at least one member of the team has a Facility YMCA membership. We will play all games at Shabbona Middle School, 720 School Street, Morris, Illinois 60450. To register please stop by the Morris Community YMCA or visit www.jolietymca.org.
Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, are invited to enroll in the My Y Rewards Program. Designed to support you along your health and wellness journey, you’ll earn points each time you check-in, take a class, or refer a friend to the Y. You can then redeem your points for fun Y swag and program and membership credits. And, the best part, it’s FREE!
Invite a friend and join us for weekly organized play for players of all skill levels. Located at Shabbona Middle School in the Small Gym.
Monday 10-11:30 a.m.
Tuesday 6:30-8
Download the YMCA On the Go App today!
All YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, receive free Basic Access included with their membership.
The Morris Community YMCA will be teaming up with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers to offer a new series of health and wellness seminars throughout the coming year. Free and open to the community, these informative sessions will provide invaluable support and guidance for individuals looking to establish and maintain healthy lifestyles in 2024 and beyond.
A collaborative effort with Morris Hospital and the YMCA, these education seminars will help increase knowledge and essential skills in a variety of health-related subjects. Topics range from mental health, exercise and fitness, osteoporosis, and more.
FALL PREVENTION
Thursday, September 12 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
TECHNOLOGY SAFETY FOR SENIORS
Tuesday, August 20 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
TIME IS ON THE BRAINACT FAST FOR STROKE
Tuesday, September 17
5:30-6:30 p.m.
STRONG BONES MAKE STRONG PEOPLE Wednesday, October 9 10-11 a.m.
FROM FEAR TO FREEDOM: CANCER EDUCATION & PREVENTION
Thursday, October 24 5:30-6:30 p.m.
THE IMPORTANCE OF PRENATAL & POSTNATAL EXERCISE
Tuesday, November 19 5:30-6:30 p.m.
