C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris
Designed to empower women to get active and improve their health and wellness in a safe and private environment, this afternoon event is open to women and girls of all ages.
Facility Members: Free
Community Members:
To learn more, please contact Executive Director Patty Hall at (815) 744-3939, ext. 327 or via email at [email protected].
Yoga for Youth is a great introduction to the world of yoga. Open to ages 6-12, this program is perfect for beginners who want to experience the many benefits that yoga has to offer.
Dates: Mondays, February 11-March 11
Time: 6:15-7 p.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
7-7:45 p.m.
Self-defense training can help you prepare and respond in the event of an attack.
Take the Y’s Self-Defense class to increase your awareness and assertiveness, as well as learn safety strategies and physical techniques that enable you to defend yourself.
Classes Get Underway November 6
*TRY IT FOR FREE*
The Galowich Family YMCA is adding more Group Fitness opportunities during Fall Session 2, which is set to begin Monday, October 1. YMCA Members can preview these new offerings early, between September 25-28. As a reminder, these classes are FREE with a YMCA membership!
Zumba
Tuesday, September 25, 6-6:30 p.m.
Pound (NEW!)
A full-body cardio jam session of a workout inspired by drumming. Participants use weighted drumsticks that are engineered for exercise to burn calories and tone while rocking out to popular music.
Cardio Ball & Tone (NEW!)
Thursday, September 27, 9:30-10:10 a.m.
During this cardio-focused class, participants will use a large Swiss exercise ball to add strength and toning elements to each workout routine.
Boot Camp
Thursday, September 27, 6-6:30 p.m.
Group Cycling (NEW!)
Friday, September 28, 8:50-9:20 a.m.
We look forward to seeing you at the Y this fall! Please note that as of Tuesday, September 4, regular hours have resumed at our Joliet and Morris locations.
GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA
MORRIS COMMUNITY YMCA
SMITH FAMILY YMCA
This fall, the Galowich Family YMCA will debut two new swimming programs, including a sensory-friendly swim experience and a homeschool swim program.
Sensory-friendly swim times will feature no music and little-to-no whistle use by our lifeguards. Swimmers will also be provided with an assortment of toys to play with during their time in the pool.
Sundays, from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost:
Parents looking for a class to supplement a physical education curriculum will find it in the Y’s new Homeschool Open Swim program. Designed for every member of your family, this exciting new program will be held on Monday afternoons at the Galowich Family YMCA.
September 10-November 12
Mondays, 2-4 p.m.
Cost:
