Greater Joliet Area YMCA

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris

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Start Your Summer at the Y: Summer Membership Opportunities Available

At the Y, we exist to strengthen community. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, millions of people, just like you, are receiving the support they need to engage in healthy and active lifestyles.

BEAT THE HEAT AND SPEND A FANTASTIC SUMMER AT THE Y!

PURCHASE A SUMMER MEMBERSHIP AND 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
  • Three wellness centers, all equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.

Quality Programming
In addition to our free group exercise classes, the Y offers year-round swimming lessons and personal training, among a slew of other options. View our summer program guides by clicking here.

Summer memberships expire after 90 days or on August 31, 2025, whichever comes first.

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Summer Membership Rates

TypeDescriptionC.W. Avery Family YMCAVillage of Shorewood YMCAMorris Hospital YMCA
Family Plus3 Adults & Their Dependents$440$405$375
Family2 Adults & Their Dependents$350$325$300
One Adult Family1 Adult & Their Dependents$315$290$270
Two Adult2 Adults in Same Household$305$280$260
AdultAge 26 and older$225$205$185
Young AdultAges 19-25$160$145$135
YouthAges 0-18$135$120$110
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2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Raises More than $93,000

Over the last several weeks, Y supporters generously joined together to raise more than $93,000 to help send kids to YMCA camp this summer!

As we prepare to officially kick-off summer camp season at the YMCA, we’d like to thank everyone who pledged their support, shared information about our 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign on their social media networks, and invited their friends and family members to learn more about the Y’s youth development work. Thanks to the overwhelming support of our generous donors, we are excited to share that our 2025 Send A Kid to Camp Campaign raised enough funds to provide more than 1,850 days of camp for children in our community.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT TODAY

Although our 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign has come to an end, you can still pledge your support for the YMCA’s mission by visiting your local YMCA branch or making a charitable gift online.

DONATE TODAY

Thank you for your careful consideration and commitment to making a difference for the kids in our community.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all gifts to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA are tax-deductible.

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Engage, Earn, Redeem: New My Y Rewards Perks Now Available

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is excited to offer new redeemable perks for members enrolled in the My Y Rewards Program!

New items include:

-Fidget Spinners
-Hot/Cold Muscle Gel Packs
-Cooler Tote Bags
-Grey Unisex Tank Tops
-Lavender Women’s Tank Tops
-Red Long Sleeve T-Shirts
-Light Blue Umbrellas (Limited time offer, while supplies last)

To learn more about all the cool perks offered in the My Y Rewards program, or to redeem points for an item, click here.

If you are not currently enrolled in My Y Rewards, it’s easy to get started!

HOW TO ENROLL 

  1. Click the Enroll Today button below and then click “Join Program.”
  2. Enter your email address and click “Sign Up.” Please be sure to use the same email address that’s tied to your YMCA membership account in order to earn points.
  3. Check your email for a confirmation message and click “Complete Registration.”
  4. Once you’re redirected to the My Y Rewards site, enter your first and last name, create your password, and click “Sign Up.”

You will earn your first 50 points simply by enrolling in the program. So don’t delay!

ENROLL TODAY

LEARN MORE

If you should have any questions or any feedback on the My Y Rewards Program, please be sure to stop by the Membership Desk during your next visit or email [email protected]. Additional information on the My Y Rewards Program is available here

Let the earning begin!

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Join the Y During Our Leap Into Summer Membership Sale

May 16-19, 2025

Join the Y and 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. 

Get a jump start on summer savings by joining the Y during our Leap Into Summer Membership Sale! With our wide variety of classes and programs, you’ll be sure to find something at the Y for every member of your family.

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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
  • Three wellness centers, all equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.

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. 

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

THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

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

Galowich Family YMCA
749 Houbolt Road
Joliet IL 60431

Morris Hospital YMCA
2200 W. Dupont Avenue
Morris, IL 60450

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JETS Swim Team Announces 50th Anniversary of JETS Summer Classic

As one of the YMCA’s most historic youth programs, the JETS Swim Team is proud to announce the 50th Anniversary of the JETS Summer Classic Swim Meet! The JETS have welcomed thousands of swimmers, family members, volunteers, officials, and fans to this event across the last five decades, and we are so excited to bring the community together for another amazing display of competitive swimming and celebrate the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and youth development. 

JETS Summer Classic
50th Anniversary Meet

Date: June 13-15

Location:
Lake Central High School
8400 Wicker Avenue
St. John, IN 46373

We also encourage you to stay tuned to the team’s Facebook page as we share highlights from 50 years of swim team memories leading up to the meet. 

To learn more about the JETS Summer Classic, or the JETS Swim Team, please contact:

Dave Hedden
Director of Competitive Aquatics
Phone (815) 782-0805
Email: [email protected]

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Sponsorships For The 2025 YMCA Mission Strong Golf Classic On Sale Now

Sponsorship opportunities for the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s fourth annual Mission Strong Golf Classic, which will be held on Wednesday, September 17 at ‘The Creek’ at Morris Country Club, are now available. Proceeds from this year’s golf outing, which is generously presented by Midland States Bank, will benefit the Y’s Mission Strong Fund, helping to ensure that no one is turned away from the YMCA due to the inability to pay.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, the success of all YMCA fundraising events rely heavily upon the generosity of area businesses and individuals through sponsorships. Exciting sponsorship opportunities, ranging from $250 to $5,000, with corresponding benefits are available. Presenting, leading, titanium, and graphite level sponsors are invited to purchase additional foursomes for this year’s outing before they go on sale to the general public on July 15, 2025. Dinner tickets for the 2025 Mission Strong Golf Classic are also available for $50.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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Fourth Annual YMCA Mission Strong Golf Classic
Wednesday, September 17

Lunch – 11 a.m.
Shotgun Start – Noon

‘The Creek’ at Morris Country Club
Morris, IL

Your day will include:

  • 18 holes of golf with a cart
  • Lunch and complimentary beverages on the course
  • A cocktail reception, dinner, and awards
  • A welcome gift, course games, prizes, raffles, and more

Cost: $700 per foursome, $50 for dinner reception only

*Foursomes and dinner tickets will go on sale at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15.

To learn more about the 2025 Mission Strong Golf Classic, please contact:

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
Donnie Chestnutt
Mission Advancement Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (815) 782-0800

EVENT INFORMATION
Dori Fugate
Volunteer and Special Events Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (815) 782-0502

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