• Golf and Dinner Tickets for the 2026 Mission Strong Golf Classic Now on Sale

  As the Greater Joliet Area YMCA celebrates its Centennial Anniversary in 2026, we invite you to join us for the fifth annual Mission Strong Golf Classic on Monday, August 31 at Morris Country Club. Generously presented by Midland States Bank, proceeds from this year’s event will support the Mission Strong Fund, helping ensure that no one is turned away from the YMCA due to the inability to pay.

  Now in its fifth year, the Mission Strong Golf Classic has raised more than $250,000 to support children, adults, and families throughout our community.

  Make your plans to join us for an exciting day on the course, which 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

  Secure your foursome or purchase dinner tickets online by clicking below.

  PURCHASE FOURSOMES/DINNER TICKETS

  We look forward to seeing you on the course for a great day of golf!

  To learn more about the 2026 Mission Strong Golf Classic, please contact:

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

• Double the Fun at the YMCA: My Y Rewards Special July Earnings Event

  

  My Y Rewards members will have double the fun exercising next week during our Special July Earnings Event!

  Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, enrolled in the My Y Rewards program will receive double rewards points for every group fitness class they attend between July 13-19!

  Learn how to enroll by clicking below.

  ENROLL TODAY

  Upon enrolling in the My Y Rewards Program, you’ll also 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.

  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].

• C.W. Avery Family YMCA Set to Host Senior Health and Wellness Fair on August 26

  Area residents are invited to attend a free Health and Wellness Fair, which is designed to promote healthy living and connect area seniors with a variety of resources in the Plainfield area.

  DATE
  Wednesday, August 26

  TIME
  10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

  FESTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE:

  -Health Services
  -Community Expo
  -Raffles and Giveaways
  -Complimentary Refreshments
  -And More!

  This event is hosted by the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, the Plainfield Township, and the Plainfield Park District.

  To learn more about this event, please contact:

  Wendi Keith
  (815) 436-8308
  [email protected]

• Registration for YMCA Pint-Size Pupils is Underway!

  Designed for preschool and kindergarten-aged children, the Y’s Pint-Size Pupils Program will help your young learner develop to his or her fullest potential. Through a variety of fun activities that include both structured and open play, our dedicated staff teach, model and reinforce the Y’s Christian character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

  Projects and lessons will explore colors, shapes, letters, and numbers. Classes are small in size and incorporate bright colors, music, and interactive games to help our youngest members develop their socialization skills and academic concepts.

  Registration for the 2026-27 school year is underway!

  Pint-Size Pupils will be offered at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA and Morris Hospital YMCA. Learn more below.

  C.W. Avery Family YMCA

  Program closely follows the school calendar for Plainfield District 202. Families can choose a two-day program on Tuesdays and Thursdays or a three-day program on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

  HOURS
  Morning Class:
  9:30 a.m.-Noon

  Afternoon Class:
  12:30-3 p.m.

  REGISTER TODAY

  2026-2027 MONTHLY TUITION
  Tuition is paid via ten monthly drafts on the 15th of the month (August-May). There is a one-time $50 non-refundable registration fee.

  Enrollment Plan	Facility Member Rate	Community Member Rate
  2 Days Per Week	$170	$340
  3 Days Per Week	$250	$500

  To learn more about the C.W. Avery Family YMCA’s Pint-Size Pupils program, please contact:

  James Wagner
  Youth and Family Director
  [email protected]
  (815) 267-8600, ext. 212

  Morris Hospital YMCA

  Program closely follows the school calendar for Morris Grade School and Saratoga Elementary School.

  HOURS
  9:30-11:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

  REGISTER TODAY

  2026-2027 MONTHLY TUITION
  Tuition is paid via ten monthly drafts on the 15th of the month (August-May). There is a one-time $50 non-refundable registration fee.

  Facility Member Rate	Community Member Rate
  $250	$500

  To learn more about the Morris Hospital YMCA’s Pint-Size Pupils program, please contact:

  Jordan Overton, Youth and Family Director
  [email protected]
  (815) 513-8080, ext. 513

• Stars, Stripes, and Summer Sports Camps Sale

  June 26-July 6

  SAVE $10 when you register for Summer Sports Camps during this special sale!

  Valid for a July or August 2026 summer sports camp at any branch of the Greater Joliet Area YMCA.

  Use promo code: SPORTSCAMPS26 when registering online. Register today by clicking below.

  C.W. Avery Family YMCA

  Joliet Community YMCA

  Morris Hospital YMCA

  Village of Shorewood YMCA

  PLEASE NOTE: Camps vary by location.

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