Greater Joliet Area YMCA

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

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

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2025 YMCA ‘Earn Your Shirt’ Summer Fitness Challenge

JUNE 16-AUGUST 10

The Y wants to help you stay committed to a healthy lifestyle this summer and that is why we are excited for our annual ‘Earn Your Shirt’ Fitness Challenge.

Here’s how it works:

Check in at the YMCA at least 20 times between June 16 and August 10 and you’ll earn a special YMCA t-shirt. Participants will receive their shirt after their 20th visit.

Cost: $25, open to YMCA Facility Members only.

Registration for the challenge is underway! and will continue through Monday, June 23. Register for the challenge at your local Y branch by clicking below.

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

Galowich Family YMCA

Morris Hospital YMCA

To learn more about this challenge visit the membership desk of your local Y branch.

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Morris Hospital YMCA Set to Offer New Parkinson’s Exercise Program

The Y is excited to help support individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease through our new PWR! Moves exercise program!

PWR! Moves (Classes start the week of May 5)
Date and Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-1:50 p.m.

This class will focus on improving functional mobility and strength. Participants will learn more intentional and smooth movements to improve everyday actions, such as walking, climbing stairs, and turning in tight spaces. Our certified instructors can assist with modifications to help class participants complete each exercise correctly.

And don’t forget, the Y also offers a Pedaling for Parkinson’s exercise program!

Pedaling for Parkinson’s
Date and Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1-2 p.m.

While cycling is not a cure for Parkinson’s disease, there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference for many who try it. Classes are designed to empower participants by optimizing their physical function, improving their gait, balance, speech, handwriting, and overall endurance, and helping to delay the progression of symptoms.

PLEASE NOTE: PWR! Moves and Pedaling for Parkinson’s are free and open to the community. Class participants must receive clearance to participate from their doctor prior to class participation. Registration is required and can be completed by clicking below.

PWR! Moves

Pedaling for Parkinson’s

Learn More:

If you have any questions about these programs, please contact Health & Wellness Director Ro Petersen at [email protected] or (815) 513-8080, ext. 517.

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Three Times the Fun: My Y Rewards Special April Earnings Event

TRIPLE POINTS CHECK-IN SPECIAL OFFER

Spring is in full swing and the Y is celebrating with a special bonus points offer for My Y Rewards program participants.

Greater Joliet Area YMCA Facility Members, ages 16 and up, enrolled in the My Y Rewards program will receive triple rewards points every time they check in at the Y between April 21-27. 

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].

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Join the Y During Our 2025 Tax Day Sale

JOIN THE Y ON TAX DAY AND SAVE!

During the Y’s 2025 Tax Day Sale, new and alumni members will pay a $15 Joiner’s Fee, a savings of up to $105.

Valid only on Tuesday, April 15 at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA branch.

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, all fully programmed with activities for the entire family, including family swim time, swim lessons, aquatic fitness programs and lap lane access.
  • Three wellness centers, all equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.
  • Free fitness orientations and daily group exercise classes (programs vary by location).

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

Child Care
If you have a Family Membership, you can drop your child(ren) off at our supervised playroom while you exercise.

So Much More
A complete list of member benefits can be found here.

Three CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
15120 Wallin Dr, 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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Save During the YMCA’s 2025 Spring Sports Leagues Sale

When kids play sports, they do more than just exercise. Besides being physically active, they develop higher self-esteem, perform better in school and work better in groups.  Youth sports programs at the YMCA teach kids the fundamentals of the game while emphasizing the importance of teamwork. Above all, kids who participate in YMCA youth sports have a lot of fun!

YMCA Spring Sports Leagues Sale
March 21-24

Families that register for a YMCA spring sports league during our four day sale will SAVE $10!

Use promo code: LEAGUES25 when registering online

PLEASE NOTE: Valid at all Greater Joliet Area YMCA locations. Limit one per member, per league. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Some restrictions may apply.

Learn more about spring sports leagues available at your local Y branch by clicking below:

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Offering NFL FLAG Football, T-Ball/Coach Pitch Baseball/Player Pitch Baseball, and Soccer
REGISTER ONLINE

Galowich Family YMCA
Offering NFL FLAG Football
REGISTER ONLINE

Morris Hospital YMCA
Offering NFL FLAG Football and T-Ball/Pinto Baseball/8U Softball
REGISTER ONLINE

If you have any questions, please contact:
Maria Freeh, Sports Director
C.W. Avery Family YMCA
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 217

Zach Jarosz, Sports Manager
Galowch Family YMCA
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 317

Chris Interial, Sports Director
Morris Hospital YMCA
[email protected]
(815) 513-8080, ext. 514

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My Y Rewards Special March Earnings Event

DOUBLE THE FUN FITNESS CLASSES 

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your health and wellness routine with YMCA group fitness classes. And now, My Y Rewards members will have double the fun exercising during our Special March 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 March 17-23!

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].

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