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JETS Swim Team Set to Begin Practices at the Morris Hospital YMCA in September

June 30, 2025

One of the area’s most historic youth swimming clubs, the JETS Swim Team is a year-round competitive swim program that offers instruction and training for swimmers ages 6-17.

The JETS support the YMCA’s mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities, and our professional team of coaches strive to not only build strong swimmers but caring, honest, respectful, and responsible children and young adults. Swimmers learn the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and goal-setting while developing their competitive swimming skills.

We are excited to announce that the JETS will begin training at the new Morris Hospital YMCA beginning this fall!

If your child is interested in joining the JETS, we invite you to participate in one of our upcoming swim clinics, which provide opportunities for swimmers to meet some of the coaches and learn new swim skills. Throughout each clinic, coaches will be evaluating swimmers to determine if they meet criteria to be placed on the team.

One-Day Clinic

Date: Wednesday, July 9
Location: Morris Hospital YMCA
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Cost: $10

Three-Day Clinic

Date: Monday, August 4 – Wednesday, August 6
Location: Morris Hospital YMCA
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Cost: $25

If you have any questions about the JETS or would like to learn more about the team, please contact:

Dave Hedden
Director of Competitive Aquatics
[email protected]
(815) 267-7600, ext. 227

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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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Helping You Live Better: Upcoming Nutrition and Heath Education Seminars at the Morris Hospital YMCA

June 24, 2025

The Morris Hospital YMCA is excited to team up with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers for nutrition and health education seminars throughout the rest of the year! Free and open to the community, these informative sessions will provide invaluable support and guidance for individuals looking to establish and maintain healthy lifestyles.

All programs will be held at the Morris Hospital YMCA. Open to ages 18 and up.

NUTRITION SEMINARS

Nutrition on the Go
Tuesday, July 15
4:30-5:30 p.m.

Even when you’re traveling, or short on time because of a busy schedule, it’s still important to incorporate balanced meals and snacks into your diet. Learn about planning ahead, choosing quick nutrient-dense snacks, and making healthy decisions when eating at restaurants.

Eating on a Budget
Tuesday, August 19
4:30-5:30 p.m.

Learn about choosing balanced meals and useful ways to grocery shop while staying on a budget. During the seminar, a registered dietitian from Morris Hospital will demonstrate how to prepare a low cost meal.

Heart Healthy Diet
Tuesday, September 9
1:30-2:30 p.m.

A “heart-heathy” diet helps reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Through this seminar, participants will learn how to reduce saturated fats, cholesterol and sodium while increasing fiber in the diet.

Low Sodium for Disease Management
Tuesday, October 28
4:30-5:30 p.m.

Low-sodium diets can be helpful in managing multiple health conditions such as chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, heart failure, and cirrhosis. During this nutrition seminar, a registered dietitian from Morris Hospital will demonstrate how to prepare a low-sodium meal.

Carbohydrate Counting and Diabetes Management
Tuesday, November 18
4:30-5:30 p.m.

An important part of managing diabetes is accurately counting carbohydrates. This class will provide information about foods that contain carbohydrates, serving sizes of carbohydrates, and blood glucose management through food.

HEALTH EDUCATION SEMINARS

Stroke Education
Tuesday, August 12
5:30-6:60 p.m.

Early identification and intervention is critical to the survival and outcome for someone experiencing a stroke. Join us to learn basic knowledge about the different types of stroke, signs and symptoms, intervention/treatment, and things you can do to prevent a stroke from occurring.

Concussions
Friday, September 19
4-5 p.m.

Whether you’re an athlete, parent of a toddler, or senior who is susceptible to falling, join us on National Concussion Awareness Day to learn why it’s important to take action after experiencing a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Dr. Isaac Mezo will review how a concussion affects the brain, signs and symptoms, and why it’s important to receive appropriate treatment of a suspected concussion.

How Substance Abuse Impacts Mental Health
Wednesday, September 24
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Approximately 37 million U.S. adults ages 26 and older struggle with a substance use disorder. While substances are a common part of our human experience and culture, some people struggle with unhealthy relationships with substances. Join Dr. Jennifer Thomas, MD, FASAM, family medicine and addiction medicine physician, for a dynamic conversation on substance use and learn how mental health and wellness are impacted by our relationship with substances.

Help for Hip and Knee Pain
Wednesday, November 5
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Join Dr. Ahmed Eldib to learn about treatment options for hip and knee pain, including the benefits and advancements of robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery.

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Step Up Your Summer with Double Points Fitness Classes at the YMCA

June 18, 2025

MY Y REWARDS SPECIAL JUNE EARNINGS EVENT

The Y is celebrating the start of summer with a special bonus 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 double rewards points for every group fitness class they attend between June 23-29.

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 and Save During Our Celebrating Summer One-Day Membership Sale

June 16, 2025

Summer is in full swing and the Y is celebrating with a special one-day membership sale!

Join the Y on Monday, June 23 and pay a $0 Joiner’s Fee, a savings of up to $120!*

* Valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

The Y offers a wide variety of classes and programs for members of all ages, and is the perfect place for individuals and families to feel welcomed in a strong community.

LEARN MORE

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
Three wellness centers, all equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment.

Free Basic Access to the YMCA On the Go App
The On the Go App will provide Y members with access to the YMCA 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This new interactive tool is loaded with free workouts, on-demand videos, and nutrition tips.

Free Access to the My Y Rewards Program
Upon enrolling in the My Y Rewards Program, you’ll 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.

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.

THREE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
15120 Wallin Drive
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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C.W. Avery Family YMCA Set to Host Senior Health and Wellness Fair on August 27

June 10, 2025

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 27

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, Illinois House 97th District Representative Harry Benton, the Plainfield Township, and the Plainfield Park District.

To learn more about this exciting event, please contact:

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

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