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Support the YMCA on Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2024

We know that the true power of the Y lives in the hearts and actions of everyone who believes in our vision of a better us and a stronger community for all. Whenever we see a neighbor in need, the Y stands ready to help with open arms and caring hearts.

This year, we invite our supporters to join the #GivingTuesday movement by making a tax-deductible donation to the Y’s Mission Strong Fund. A gift of any amount will help to change the lives of people living right here in our community – your friends and neighbors.

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Join the Y During Our Cyber Monday Sale

November 27, 2024

New members who join the Y on Cyber Monday (December 2) will pay a $0 Joiner’s Fee – a savings of up to $120!

* Valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

OUR FACILITY MEMBERS ENJOY:

Access to Three Branches

Your membership gives you unlimited use of the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s three YMCA locations, including:

Three indoor pools and our family aquatic center, all fully programmed with activities for the entire family, including family swim time, swim lessons, aquatic fitness programs and lap lane access.*
Three wellness centers, all equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.
Free fitness orientations and daily group exercise classes (programs vary by location).

*Morris Hospital YMCA lap pool will open on Monday, December 16.

Quality Programming
In addition to our free group exercise classes, the Y offers year-round swim lessons, sports programs and personal training, among a slew of other options.

Child Care
If you have a Family Membership, you can drop your child(ren) off at our supervised playroom while you exercise.

Free Basic Access to the YMCA On the Go App
The On the Go App will provide Y members with access to the YMCA 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This new interactive tool is loaded with free workouts, on-demand videos, and nutrition tips.

Free Access to the My Y Rewards Program
Upon enrolling in the My Y Rewards Program, you’ll earn points each time you check-in, take a class, or refer a friend to the Y. In fact, you’ll earn your first 50 points for simply enrolling in the program. You can then redeem your points for fun Y swag and program and membership credits.

So Much More
A complete list of member benefits can be found here. You can also check out a full list of our programming by taking a look at our Winter 2025 Program Session Schedules.

THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
15120 Wallin Dr, Plainfield, IL 60544

Galowich Family YMCA
749 Houbolt Road, Joliet IL 60431

Morris Community YMCA
320 Wauponsee St, Morris, IL 60450

YMCA December Personal Training Sale

November 27, 2024

We invite you to take the next step in your fitness journey by taking advantage of our December Personal Training Sale. Throughout the month if you purchase four personal training sessions sessions, you get one free to use yourself or gift to a friend!

Offer valid for Facility Members only through Tuesday, December 31. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Some restrictions apply.

You can find information about personal trainers at your local Y branch below.

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Galowich Family YMCA
Morris Community YMCA

Greater Joliet Area YMCA Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for Future Village of Shorewood YMCA

November 26, 2024

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA was excited to welcome the community to a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of the future Village of Shorewood YMCA on Thursday, November 21. More than 180 people were in attendance to help the Y celebrate the construction of the new facility, which is being built on Route 52 in Shorewood and is expected to open to the community in spring 2026.

Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tasha Marsaglia opened the event by welcoming guests and introducing YMCA member Stephen Blount, who provided the morning’s invocation.

Greater Joliet Area YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair then took the podium to speak about the Y’s deep-rooted history in our community, encouraging attendees to reflect on the role the Y has played in their lives. She also celebrated the impact the future facility will have for residents of all ages and thanked the Y’s Board of Directors for their unwavering commitment to the project. Leclair also praised the Village of Shorewood, Mayor Clarence “CC” DeBold, and the Village Board of Trustees for their support and partnership.

“The YMCA has proudly served the community for nearly 100 years, and we are so excited to write the next chapter of our storied history in Shorewood,” Leclair said. “Of course, I am very excited for the unbelievable amenities this beautiful facility will offer for our community, but I am even more excited about the Y stories it will create. The connections that will be made and the bonds of friendship that will grow will transform this building into a thriving community center.”

Leclair invited Mayor Debold to share his vision for the partnership between the Y and the Village of Shorewood. He emphasized that Y programs will provide fun activities like youth sports leagues for kids, as well as important health and wellness programs for adults and seniors, all while adding employment opportunities to the Shorewood community. Upon opening, the new facility will also serve as the home for the Y’s Regional Office, which provides support and leadership to all YMCA branches and program sites in Will and Grundy Counties.

Minooka Community High School District 111 Superintendent Dr. Robert Schiffbauer then spoke about the impact the new facility will have on Minooka High School student-athletes. Beginning in fall 2026, the Y will serve as the home for the school’s swim teams. He thanked the Y for providing more opportunities for students to have an enriching high school experience.

Schiffbauer then introduced Cheri Rubocki, Chairman of the YMCA’s Board of Directors, who reflected on her experiences as a YMCA swim team parent and volunteer, and expressed her excitement to work alongside the Village of Shorewood to serve our community.

“On behalf of the YMCA’s Board of Directors, I would like to thank Mayor DeBold and the Village Board of Trustees for their partnership and support of the YMCA’s mission. I know that I speak for the Board when I say that we are looking forward to working with the Village to serve our community for generations to come,” Rubocki said.

Village of Shorewood Advisory Council Chairman Dr. Karla Guseman then highlighted the Y’s commitment to youth development and its financial assistance program, which will help to ensure that YMCA’s programs are available for children, adults, and families living in Shorewood and the greater Joliet community.

Trisha Dust, who will serve as the Village of Shorewood YMCA Executive Director when the facility opens, closed the program by recognizing the contributions of YMCA staff and shared the team’s gratitude for the overwhelming support this new facility has already received from the community.

To learn more about the Village of Shorewood YMCA, please contact Executive Director Trisha Dust at (815) 744-3939, ext. 327 or visit www.jolietymca.org.

Find Your Reason to Give: Make a Donation to the Y During Our 12 Days of Giving Campaign

November 22, 2024

For nearly 100 years, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA has worked hand-in-hand with our neighbors to bring about meaningful change in our community. As one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations, the Y is committed to strengthening our community by empowering young people, improving individual and community well-being, and inspiring residents of all ages to give back and connect with their neighbors.

At our three facilities in Joliet, Plainfield, and Morris, and at more than 50 program sites throughout our community, the Y is providing much-needed programs and services for children, families, and adults living in Will and Grundy Counties. Each and every day, kids of all ages are learning to swim and making new friends at summer camp and through our before and after school Kid Zone programs; teens are setting goals for their future while receiving college readiness and career training; seniors are becoming physically stronger and making connections; and families are staying active and spending quality time together.

To ensure that the Y’s mission can continue to thrive and help those in our community who need it most, we invite you to make a charitable gift to the YMCA’s 2024 Mission Strong Fund during our 12 Days of Giving Campaign, which begins today and will continue through Giving Tuesday on December 3.

Your gift this holiday season will help people living right here in our community – your friends and neighbors – and ensure that no one is turned away from the YMCA due to the inability to pay.

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