On Friday, January 15 Governor Pritzker announced that Tier 2 mitigation efforts aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19 have been lifted in Region 2 (Grundy County).
We are very excited to share that Winter 1 Programming at the Morris Community YMCA will get underway on Monday, January 18.
The following facility and program modifications will also go into effect beginning Monday, January 18, 2021:
UPDATED HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
Masks and Face Coverings
Masks or face coverings will continue to be required at all times for members.
Facility and Group Exercise Class Reservations
YMCA members will be required to make reservations to use the wellness center. YMCA members will also be required to make reservations for group exercise classes. Capacity limits in line with Tier 2 mitigation efforts will remain in place.
Reservations can be made up to 24 hours in advance through the YMCA On the Go App, by calling the Y, or by visiting the Membership Desk.
As a reminder, all YMCA Facility Members receive free Basic access to the On the Go App included with their membership. Facility Members who haven’t already downloaded the YMCA On the Go App, will receive an invitation from the YMCA later this afternoon to download the App for free. This email will be sent to the email address you have listed on your membership account in Daxko. Please be sure to check your junk and spam folders for this activation email.
Kids Corner
Kids Corner will reopen on Monday, January 18 at the Morris Community YMCA. Kids and staff in Kids Corner will be required to wear masks or face coverings at all times.
New Hours – Effective January 18, 2021
Monday-Thursday:
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Friday
8-10 a.m.
Open to kids ages 3-10 years old.
PROGRAM UPDATES
Winter 1 Programming Will Begin on Monday, January 18
Registration is underway for the YMCA’s Winter 1 Session. Program fees will be prorated to reflect the shortened three-week session.
The following Winter 1 session-based programs will resume the week of January 18:
- Youth sports classes
- Specialty group fitness classes
- Youth enrichment classes
Group Exercise Classes
All in-person group exercise classes will resume on Monday, January 18. Our health and wellness team will also continue to offer a number of virtual classes in the coming weeks. These schedules will be available on our website and in the On the Go App.
A catalog of more than 90 group exercise classes is also available here. Y Members will also find free workouts in the On the Go App.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
We thank our members in advance for their continued cooperation as we work together to keep our members and staff safe and healthy. For more information on the Morris Community YMCA’s health and safety guidelines, please click here.
Because this situation is ever-changing, please watch your email, follow the Y on social media, and visit our website for additional updates.
