Morris Hospital YMCA

Join the Y During Our 2025 Tax Day Sale

April 10, 2025

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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YMCA Announces CN as Official Summer Day Camp Sponsor

April 9, 2025

YMCA summer day camp programs create opportunities for kids to learn new skills, be creative, build self-confidence, and gain independence in a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. Each summer, hundreds of area children attend summer day camp at the Y, developing new friendships while building a healthy spirit, mind, and body.

And, as a nonprofit, community-based organization, the Y relies on the generous support of its members, volunteers, donors, and corporate partners to provide these programs for children living in our community.

That is why the Greater Joliet Area YMCA is proud to announce that CN will return as the official sponsor of YMCA Summer Day Camp in 2025 as part of a new three-year partnership.

“We are incredibly excited to have CN’s continued support as our YMCA Summer Day Camp sponsor,” YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair said. “Summer day camp is one of our largest youth development programs, serving nearly 1,500 kids in our community each year. CN’s generosity will help to ensure that campers throughout Will and Grundy Counties have the opportunity to make memories, go on new adventures, and learn, grow, and thrive at YMCA camp this summer and beyond.”

The Y is set to offer day camp at seven different sites across Will and Grundy Counties this summer. Registration is underway and financial assistance is available. To learn more about YMCA Summer Day Camp, please click here.

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Save During the YMCA’s 2025 Spring Sports Leagues Sale

March 18, 2025

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

March 13, 2025

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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Morris Hospital YMCA Recognized with Partnership Award

March 12, 2025

The Morris Hospital YMCA, alongside its partners from Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers and the City of Morris, were recently recognized by the Grundy Economic Development Council (GEDC) and the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce with the ‘Partners of the Year Award.’ Presented at the GEDC and Chamber’s annual dinner on March 5, the award recognized the collaborative efforts amongst the Y, the Hospital, and the City to bring the first full-facility YMCA to Grundy County. The Morris Hospital YMCA opened its doors to serve the community in December 2024.

Greater Joliet Area YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair led a group of YMCA staff on hand to accept the award alongside Morris Advisory Council Chair Kevin Olson, City of Morris Mayor Chris Brown, and Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers President and CEO Tom Dohm.

“The Y would like to thank the GEDC for this incredible honor,” Leclair said. “We know that all the great things that happen every day at the YMCA would not be possible without strong community partnerships. Morris Hospital and the City of Morris have shown an amazing dedication to supporting the Y as we begin a new chapter of serving our community with this facility.”

The Morris Hospital YMCA represents the largest fundraising effort in the history of Grundy County and is now home to more than 6,000 YMCA members. Located just west of Morris Grade School on Dupont Avenue, the new 60,000-square-foot YMCA features an eight-lane lap pool, gym, a state-of-the-art wellness center, a group exercise studio, cycling studio, healthy eating kitchen, and engaging youth play spaces.

To learn more about the new Morris Hospital Y, click here or stop by today!

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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

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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