C.W. Avery, Central City, Galowich, Morris
At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. And we are excited to announce our 12 Days of Check-In Challenge! YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, enrolled in the My Y Rewards program will receive 100 bonus points when they check in at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location 12 times during the month of December.
Stop by and see us!
All year long, YMCA gift cards are a great way to tell friends and family you care about their health and well-being. This holiday season, treat yourself or someone you love with a Y gift certificate, good for a wide variety of programs to help get your new year started off right.
Bonus coupons can be used towards YMCA memberships or programs and are valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location.
To purchase a gift card, or to learn more, please visit the membership desk of your local Y branch.
Beginning Tuesday, January 24 at 6 p.m., Edward-Elmhurst Health will offer Jumpstart Your Health with Group Lifestyle Balance™ in-person at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA.
What is Jumpstart Your Health?
Jumpstart Your Health is a year-long lifestyle change program designed to help people lose weight, increase activity and prevent disease. Jumpstart Your Health utilizes Group Lifestyle Balance™, a research-based curriculum that helps individuals make lasting lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes, cardiovascular disease and develop healthy lifestyle habits.
What will the program entail?
-1 hour group classes with a trained lifestyle coach
-22 total classes over the one-year program (Class will meet weekly for the first two months, bimonthly for months 3-6, then monthly for months 7-12)
-Education on nutrition, physical activity and behavior modification
-Self-monitoring of weight, food and activity
-A trained lifestyle coach to help guide and encourage you
-Support from other participants with the same goals as you
Are you a candidate?
Jumpstart Your Health is for anyone over the age of 25 looking to lose weight and take charge of their health. A one year commitment is required. Attendance at class is a key indicator of success in the program.
How much does it cost?
The one year program fee is $199 for C.W. Avery YMCA members and $249* for non-members.
*May be eligible for FSA/HSA reimbursement. Not covered by most insurance.
To register for the class with this offer, please call Class Registration at 630-527-6363 and let them know you would like to sign up for the Jumpstart class at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA. Non-members may call Class Registration or email [email protected] for more information.
The Greater Joliet Area YMCA JETS Swim Team held its annual Swim-a-thon fundraiser at the Galowich Family YMCA on Sunday, November 12. Each swimmer had one hour to complete as many laps in the pool as possible, and the 54 participants (51 athletes, three coaches) combined to to swim 5,764 laps – a total of more than 81 miles!
So far the JETS have raised nearly $11,500 and donations will continue to be collected through Tuesday, November 28. Donate today by visiting their fundraiser homepage.
To learn more about the JETS, please contact:
Dave Hedden
Director of Competitive Aquatics
[email protected]
You can also see additional updates on the JETS Facebook page.
As America’s most trusted swim instructor, the Y has been teaching kids how to swim for more than 100 years. This holiday season, the Galowich Family YMCA is partnering with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance to offer free swim lessons for YMCA kids, ages 6-12.
Kids of all swimming abilities are welcome and encouraged to register for this exciting three-day program. Spots are limited, so register today!
MAKE A SPLASH AT THE Y OVER WINTER BREAK
January 3-5, 2024
5:30-6:15 p.m.
Open to YMCA Facility Members only. Registered participants must be able to attend all three days of lessons.
Made possible thanks to a generous Step Into Swim grant from the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance.
THE Y IS EXCITED TO OFFER TWO NEW SPECIALTY FITNESS CLASSES THIS FALL!
Adult Hip Hop
Time: 7:30-8:15 p.m.
Are you looking for a fun way to stay fit and learn some new dance moves? Try out hip hop dance class at the Y! In this five-week class you’ll learn choreography to a dance routine with the help of an instructor. No previous dance experience is needed. Open to ages 18 and up.
Cost: $60 for Facility Members, $120 for Community Members
Time: 6:15-7 p.m.
Time: 9:15-10 a.m.
Whether you are looking for a change-up to your health and wellness routine, experiencing a fitness plateau, or ready to move your workouts to the next level, this class is a great option to kickstart your journey. You’ll be challenged with eight weeks of trackable movements that will give your confidence and fitness a boost! Open to ages 16 and up. (No classes held during Thanksgiving Break.)
Two days per week: $190 for Facility Members, $380 for Community Members
