Programs for Ages 11-17yrs
The Greater Joliet Area YMCA offers a variety of programs for those 11-17 yrs of age. YMCA Teen Programs foster the leadership potential and civic engagement of young people. Best of all, teens have fun through socialization with peers while being developed into tomorrow’s leaders. Throughout all YMCA programs, you’ll find the Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Below is a nice “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
Youth Instructional Swim Classes, as well as Other Water Programs are held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCA. Those 11-17 are welcome in Water Fitness Classes, as well. Additionally, the Joliet JETS YMCA Competitive Swim Team practices out of the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCABirthday Parties
The YMCA is a great place to throw your child’s next birthday party. The C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCA all offer a variety of birthday party options.
Day Camp
YMCA Summer Day Camps are fun for children and provide piece of mind for parents. One week, full day camps are offered at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Central City YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Morris Family YMCA. Additionally, Leaders in Training and Junior Counselor positions are offered for older teens.
Health & Wellness
Group & Specialty Fitness classes for all levels, as well as Personal Wellness Services like Orientations and Personal Training, are offered for teens and adults at The C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Galowich Family YMCA, and the Smith Family YMCA. Additionally, each branch has newly renovated Wellness Centers with both cardio and strength equipment.
Open Gym and Pool Times
Youth ages 8 and up can enjoy open gym and pool times at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCA. 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.
Supervised Activity Center
The C.W. Avery Family YMCA offers a Supervised Activity Center for Full Family Members ages 8-16. See C.W. Avery Family YMCA page for days and hours. During unsupervised hours, families are welcome to use the Activity Center as long as an adult (18+) is in the Center with any child 17 and under.
Specialty Classes
Fun and creative programs for 11-17 year olds are held at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.
Sports Classes
YMCA Sports are designed to teach introductory sports skills, fair play, teamwork and sportsmanship. You’ll find a variety of individual and team sports at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Galowich Family YMCA and the Smith Family YMCA. Additionally, you’ll find fitness and dance classes at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.
