SUMMER 1 AND 2 SESSION PROGRAMS
SESSION DATES
Summer 1: June 5-July 9
Registration Begins:
Facility Members Saturday, April 29
Open Registration Saturday, May 20
KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Ages 4-12 $10/$20
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.
FRIDAY 5:30-8 p.m. 6/16 7/14 8/11
Summer 2: July 10-August 13
Registration Begins:
Facility Members Saturday, April 29
Open Registration Saturday, June 24
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Adult Specialty Fitness
OUTDOOR SMALL GROUP TRAINING
Ages 16 and Up SU1 $40/$80 SU2 $50/$100
Tue. 5-5:45 p.m.
STRUT DANCE CLASS
Ages 16 and Up $5/$10
Friday, June 23 6-7:30 p.m.
YMCA MISSION STRONG CLASSIC
Thursday, August 24
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.
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE.
MIND, BODY, SPIRIT
SATURDAY YOGA SAMPLER
Ages 16 and Up $0/$5
This 30-minute yoga class is a total mindbody workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
• Online by visiting www.jolietymca.org
• In person by visiting the Y
• By phone by calling (815) 513-8080
SPECIALTY FITNESS
TRX Suspension Training
Ages 16 and up
SU1, SU2 $50/$100
Monday 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Designed for experienced exercisers, this TRX class will certainly test your limits! In this 45 minute class you will use the TRX Suspension Trainer which will give participants an edge over conventional strength training because every Suspension Training exercise builds true functional strength and improves flexibility, balance and core stability all at once.
The Fabulous After 50 Club is a group that meets for fun and fellowship. We mingle with friends, play games, and have potlucks, all while having a great time. This program is free for full members. Registration is required 48 hours in advance.
Ages 50 and Up $0/$5
Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m.
LCR 6/15
Yahtzee 7/13
BINGO 8/10
FAB 50 Y WALKERS
Ages 50 and Up SU1, SU2 $0/$5 Fri. 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.
SUMMER DAY CAMP
At the Y, we provide safe, affordable, and fun camps for youth and teens in grades K-8. YMCA Summer Camps offer kids a chance to have fun while building a healthy spirit, mind, and body. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships. With summer camp locations throughout Will and Grundy Counties, the Y is your family’s source for fun this summer! For camp locations, pricing, and field trip schedules, please contact the Y today!
WHERE EVERYONE IS WELCOME
DHS funds are accepted. Financial assistance is also available.
For more information contact: Jordan Overton, Youth & Family Director
Phone: (815) 513-8080, ext. 513
Email: joverton@jolietymca.org
IGNITE THEIR PASSION
Summer Sports Camps
In addition to summer day camp, the YMCA offers a wide variety of sports and specialty camps each summer. Each Y is unique and diverse, just like your child, so programs will vary by location.
SMILES ALL AROUND
Preschool Summer Camp
Preschool camp at the Morris Community YMCA will be held for seven weeks this summer at the Wesley Center at the First United Methodist Church in downtown Morris. This super fun camp will feature weekly themes and walking field trips every Thursday. All participants must be potty trained.
WHERE KIDS THRIVE KID
ZONE
Before and After School Youth Enrichment Program
MONTHLY PROGRAM RATES
Register today for the 2023-2024 School Year!
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
The YMCA’s Kid Zone program is designed to meet the needs of local families. When enrolling in the Y’s before and after school program, families can choose from the following enrollment plans.
1-2 Days Per Week
Facility Member Pricing
Before School Only $95
After School Only $150
Before and After School $185
Community Member Pricing
Before School Only $135
After School Only $190
Before and After School $225
3-5 Days Per Week
Facility Member Pricing
Before School Only $185
Avfter School Only $285
Before and After School $335
Community Member Pricing
Before School Only $225
After School Only $325
Before and After School $375
Plus a one-time annual $45 non-refundable registration fee per family. Kid Zone payments will be paid monthly via automatic withdrawal from a checking account or debit/credit card. Participants may start attending Kid Zone four business days after the day registration is completed.
Personal Training
INTRODUCING THE MY Y REWARDS PROGRAM
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!
PICKLEBALL Ages 17 and Up
SU1, SU2 $30/$60
Invite a friend and join us for a game or two of this popular, new paddle sport designed for players of all skill levels. Located at Shabbona Middle School in the Small Gym.
a.m.
Tuesday 6:30-8 p.m.
Wednesday 10-11:30 a.m.
Thusday 7-8:30 p.m.
EARN YOUR SHIRT CHECK-IN CHALLENGE
The Y wants to help you stay committed to a healthy lifestyle this summer and that is why we are excited for our ‘Earn Your Shirt’ Check-In Challenge!
Check in at the YMCA 20 times between June 5 and July 31 and you’ll earn a special YMCA t-shirt.
Cost: $25
Registration closes on June 11.
STAY
Download the YMCA On the Go App today!
All YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, receive free Basic Access included with their membership.