Family Activities — Page 5 — Greater Joliet Area YMCA

Morris Hospital YMCA Set to Offer Special One-Day Fitness Clinics in July

June 25, 2025

The Morris Hospital YMCA is excited to offer special one-day fitness clinics throughout the month of July. These FREE clinics will give participants, ages 16 and up, a chance to explore new exercise options that will help them reach their health and wellness goals.

All clinics are open to YMCA Facility Members only. Instructor Maureen Keegan will lead all clinics. See below for more details.

TRX
Date: Friday, July 11
Times: 7-7:45 a.m. and 8-8:45 a.m.
This tutorial will give you the tools to feel comfortable using TRX straps to safely and effectively exercise all body parts.

HOW TO BUILD A CIRCUIT
Dates: Friday, July 18
Times: 7-7:45 a.m. and 8-8:45 a.m.
This informational class will help you learn new exercises, choose a workout regime that aligns with your goals and current fitness levels, and incorporate it all to a circuit workout you can do on your own on your time.

BEGINNER CYCLE
Date: Friday, July 25
Times: 7-7:20 a.m., 7:30-7:50 a.m., 8-8:20 a.m.
This clinic will teach you how to set up your spin bike for a group cycle class with an explanation of how the console on the bike works. Participants will receive 10-15 minutes of instruction and get a chance to demo a five-minute ride.

If you have questions about these clinics, or any other health and wellness programs at the Y, please contact Health and Wellness Director Ro Petersen at [email protected] or (815) 513-8080, ext. 517.

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Celebrate Your Birthday at the Morris Hospital YMCA

June 3, 2025

The Morris Hospital YMCA is excited to announce that families will now be able to host birthday parties at the Y beginning in September!

A birthday party at the Y is a great way for children to celebrate their special day and create lasting memories with family and friends!

The Y provides a dynamic and engaging day of activities while relieving you of the stress that comes along with planning everything by yourself.

Our “no mess, no stress” approach to parties allows parents to sit back and relax while our talented staff handles all elements of the party, from setup to clean up!

Birthday Party Pricing (Dates Available Beginning September 2025)

Lap Pool & Party Room: $350 for Facility Members/$500 for Community Members

Party Times

Fridays from 6-8 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

YMCA party packages include 20 invitations, decorations (Everyday Happy Birthday, Sports Happy Birthday, or Under the Sea Happy Birthday), paper plates, plastic forks, napkins, access to a Bluetooth speaker, and two party attendants to ensure a successful party.

All you need to bring:

-Food/Dessert (Delivery, homemade, or store bought is welcomed.)
-Serving utensils
-Drinks (We ask families to bring drinks that do not need to be poured into a cup. Ex: Juice boxes, cans of soda, bottled water, etc.)
-Birthday candles and a lighter/matches

PLEASE NOTE: There is a $50 non-refundable deposit due at booking to hold your party day/time. If you have more than 20 children, there will be an additional fee of $100 for every 10 extra children. Extra time can be added to your party for an additional cost: 30 minutes for $50 or 1 hour for $100. Please mention this while booking in order to ensure accommodations can be made.

To learn more, or to book your party today, please contact Youth and Family Manager Jack Walker at [email protected] or (815) 513-8080, ext. 521.

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Start Your Summer at the Y: Summer Membership Opportunities Available

May 22, 2025

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.

Join Today

Summer Membership Rates

Type	Description	C.W. Avery Family YMCA	Village of Shorewood YMCA	Morris Hospital YMCA
Family Plus	3 Adults & Their Dependents	$440	$405	$375
Family	2 Adults & Their Dependents	$350	$325	$300
One Adult Family	1 Adult & Their Dependents	$315	$290	$270
Two Adult	2 Adults in Same Household	$305	$280	$260
Adult	Age 26 and older	$225	$205	$185
Young Adult	Ages 19-25	$160	$145	$135
Youth	Ages 0-18	$135	$120	$110

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Celebrate Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA

March 12, 2025

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is so excited to celebrate Healthy Kids Day at each of our branch locations! Each site will feature fun educational activities and active play to keep kids moving and learning, helping them maintain healthy habits and academic skills to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Healthy Kids Day events are free and open to the community.

GALOWICH FAMILY YMCA
Friday, April 25
5:30-7 p.m.

In addition to participating in a fun series of health and wellness activities, attendees will also gain entrance into special raffles. Prizes include Y swag and a free month of membership.

Gym
Kids will be able to participate in sports demonstrations like flag football, basketball, and pickleball throughout the evening and get the chance to play in our inflatable bounce house!

Fitness Studio
Get your heart pumping with a family friendly bootcamp class circuit!

Lap Pool
Dive in for open swim and water safety education activities. Swim lesson evaluations will also be available.

Innovation Center
Stop by for healthy snack making as well as art and writing class demonstrations.

Staff will also lead tours of the wellness center where teens can learn about wellness center certification. YMCA partners and local organizations will be on hand to provide families with important information.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is required and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please register all individuals that will be in attendance.

If you have any questions about YMCA Healthy Kids Day, please contact Youth and Family Director Tracy Wrase at [email protected] or (815) 744-3939, ext. 315.

MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA
Saturday, April 26
10:30 a.m.-Noon

Stop by the Y and enjoy:

-Health and wellness demonstrations with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers
-Games and activities for kids including an inflatable bounce house in the gymnasium
-A family group fitness class
-Arts and crafts

And so much more!

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is required and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please register all individuals that will be in attendance.

If you have any questions about YMCA Healthy Kids Day, please contact Youth and Family Director Jordan Overton at [email protected] or (815) 513-8080, ext. 513

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA
Saturday, April 26
11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Stop by the Y and enjoy:

-An energetic family fitness class
-An interactive gardening demonstration
-Crafts to help support mindful breathing
-Fun in our bounce houses
-Swimming in the Family Pool from Noon-1 p.m.

And so much more!

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is required and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please register all individuals that will be in attendance.

If you have any questions about YMCA Healthy Kids Day, please contact Youth and Family Director James Wagner at [email protected] or (815) 267-8600, ext. 234

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Hop Into Fun and Celebrate Easter at the YMCA this Spring

March 6, 2025

Easter is just around the corner and the Greater Joliet Area YMCA is here to help you and your family get in the holiday spirit! Full details about fun and exciting Easter events can be found below or by contacting your local branch.

Galowich Family YMCA

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 11
5-7:15 p.m.

Location:
749 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431

Dive on in and hunt for Easter Eggs at the Galowich Family YMCA! Pre-registration is required. Please only register the participants that will be in the pool. Participants may be swim tested prior to entering the pool. Members are encouraged to review the pool rules prior to registering. Families are asked to register for one time slot only. Free and open to all ages.

5-6 p.m.

6:15-7:15 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Catie Wallis
Aquatics Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 320

Hop Into Easter
Saturday, April 12
10-11:30 a.m.

Location:
749 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431

Celebrate the Easter season with your friends and family at the Y! Enjoy an outdoor Easter egg hunt, fun crafts, games, and pictures with the Easter Bunny! This event is free and open to the community. Families are asked to register for one time slot only.

*Event will be held inside in the event of inclement weather.

10-10:30 a.m

10:30-11 a.m.

11-11:30 a.m.

If you have questions about this event, please contact:

Tracy Wrase
Youth and Family Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 315

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 12
9-10 a.m.

Location:
15120 Wallin Dr.
Plainfield, IL 60544

Facility Members are invited to enjoy breakfast and photos with the Easter Bunny. Breakfast will include a variety of pastries, fruit, yogurt, coffee and juice. Each person in attendance must register.

Cost: $8 per person

Hop Into Easter
Saturday, April 12
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Location:
15120 Wallin Dr.
Plainfield, IL 60544

Bring your Easter basket for an outdoor Easter Egg hunt along with games, crafts, photos with the Easter Bunny, and more!

PLEASE NOTE: This event is free and open to the community. Space is limited and registration is required.

If you have any questions about these events, please contact:

James Wagner
Youth and Family Director
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 234

Morris Hospital YMCA

Hop Into Easter
Saturday, April 12
10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Location:
2200 W. Dupont Avenue
Morris, IL 60450

Come on out and join the Morris Hospital YMCA for a fun, Easter themed morning with other Y families! Activities will include an Easter egg hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, crafts and games.

Please Note: Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 10:15 a.m.

Cost: Free and open to the community.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact:

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

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