Programs for Ages 0-5yrs
The Greater Joliet Area YMCA offers a variety of programs for those 0-5 yrs of age. YMCA Preschool Programs help children at a young age begin to develop to their fullest potential. Throughout all YMCA programs, you’ll find the Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Below is an “at a glance” view of all that is offered. You can click on the program area to be taken to that page for more information.
Aquatics
Parent/Child and Preschool Instructional Swim Classes, as well as Other Water Programs are held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Galowich Family YMCA and Smith Family YMCA. Don’t forget about open swim time for all ages at all 3 branches.Birthday Parties
The YMCA is a great place to throw your child’s next birthday party. The C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Galowich Family YMCA, and the Smith Family YMCA all offer a variety of birthday party options.
Open Gym and Pool Times
Open Gym and Pool times are available at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCA. Parents must be with children while in the building until the age of 8 yrs. Children under the age of 16 will be swim tested. Non-swimmers, individuals requiring floatation devices and/or children under the age of 8 in our lap pool and under the age of 10 in the family pool must be accompanied by and adult in the water within arms length at all times.
Preschool Camp
Preschool Camp for 3-5 yr olds is held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA and the Galowich Family YMCASupervised Playroom
Starting at 6mos of age, the C.W.Avery Family YMCA and the Galowich Family YMCA both offer up to two hours of free supervised playroom per day to Full Family Members while they are in the building.Specialty Classes
Fun and creative classes for 2-5 year olds are held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA and the Galowich Family YMCA. Additionally, Pint-Sized Pupils, our educational preschool, is held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.Sports Classes
Parent/Child and Preschool Instructional Sports Classes, including fitness and dance classes, are held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA. Additionally, Preschool Instructional Sports Classes are held at the Galowich Family YMCA and Smith Family YMCA. Don’t forget about open gym time for all ages at all 3 branches.
