Greater Joliet Area YMCA

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

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100 Years, 100 Laps: YMCA Announces Centennial Swim Challenge

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is celebrating our 100th anniversary in 2026! To help recognize this milestone, our aquatics team is inviting members to participate in a special Centennial Swim Challenge!

Here’s how it works:

Participants will have from May 1-July 31 to swim 100 lengths of the pool (beginner swimmers) or 100 full laps in the pool (advanced swimmers).

Once registered, participants will be able to pick up a tracking sheet by visiting the Membership Desk of their local Y branch. All participants will receive a commemorative shirt, sticker, and a YMCA water-resistant cinch bag.

Cost: $25, open to Facility Members only.

Registration closes on May 11. So don’t delay! Dive in, challenge yourself, and be part of our centennial celebration!

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Village of Shorewood YMCA Set to Host Preview Days for Members on April 22 and April 24

As we count down to the Village of Shorewood YMCA’s official opening on Monday, April 27, we’re excited to share some important membership information and invite Galowich Family YMCA Members, Shorewood Early Bird Members, and Shorewood Resident Program Members to stop by for an early visit!

Join Us for Preview Days
Beat the opening-day rush! Visit us during our Preview Days to get “Y-Ready.” We will take your photo, issue your Membership key tags, and help you get enrolled in the YMCA On the Go App and our Members-Only Rewards Program. You will also receive a Welcome Folder with schedules, program information, and everything you need to know to make the most of your YMCA experience!

  • Wednesday, April 22: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Friday, April 24: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Note on Parking: Weather permitting, we will be putting the finishing touches on our parking lot during our Grand Opening week. We appreciate your patience as we work with our contractors to get this project completed.

JOIN TODAY AND SAVE
And don’t forget, the YMCA’s Early Bird Membership Sale runs through Sunday, April 19. Join the new Village of Shorewood YMCA and pay a $0 Joiner’s Fee- a savings of up to $120- AND enjoy 12 months of membership for the price of 11 months!*

Early Bird Members will enjoy priority access when the new facility opens in April and will also receive 3 free guest passes to visit the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Galowich Family YMCA, or Morris Hospital YMCA. (Passes expire on April 26, 2026.)

YMCA Facility Members enjoy significant cost-savings and priority registration on YMCA programs, and receive free access to the YMCA’s On the Go App, as well as unlimited guest passes. A full list of YMCA Facility Member benefits can be viewed here.

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Village of Shorewood YMCA Announces Spring Facility Schedules


Opening day for the Village of Shorewood YMCA is on Monday, April 27 and we are so excited to share spring schedules for the lap pool, gymnasium, and group fitness classes! Click below for more details.

LAP POOL SCHEDULE

GYMNASIUM SCHEDULE

GROUP FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE

JOIN TODAY AND SAVE
And don’t forget, the YMCA’s Early Bird Membership Sale runs through Sunday, April 19. Join the new Village of Shorewood YMCA and pay a $0 Joiner’s Fee- a savings of up to $120- AND enjoy 12 months of membership for the price of 11 months!*

Early Bird Members will enjoy priority access when the new facility opens in April and will also receive 3 free guest passes to visit the C.W. Avery Family YMCA, Galowich Family YMCA, or Morris Hospital YMCA. (Passes expire on April 26, 2026.)

YMCA Facility Members enjoy significant cost-savings and priority registration on YMCA programs, and receive free access to the YMCA’s On the Go App, as well as unlimited guest passes.  A full list of YMCA Facility Member benefits can be viewed here.

JOIN THE VILLAGE OF SHOREWOOD YMCA

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YMCA Kid Zone Registration for the 2026-27 School Year Opens for Facility Members on April 11

We know that learning doesn’t end when the school bell rings. The way your children spend time outside the classroom can make a big difference in their personal development and your family-life balance.

That is why the Y is excited to partner with area school districts to offer our Kid Zone youth enrichment program at schools throughout Joliet, Plainfield, Morris, Shorewood, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, and Seneca

Kid Zone provides a safe place for children to keep their mind and body active while learning social skills and positive values. Our caring professionals are committed to helping kids build confidence and character.

Through guided play, children learn to respect themselves and others, work out their differences and discover the value of true friendship, all while in a safe and nurturing environment. Academic support from caring role models enriches your child’s educational experience and enables families to spend more quality time together.

Registration for the 2026-27 school year opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 11 for Facility Members and at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 18 for Community Members!

REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE

Sign your child(ren) up for Kid Zone by Monday, April 27 and pay a $0 registration fee, a savings of $50!

To learn more about the Kid Zone Program, click here.

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Village of Shorewood YMCA Frequently Asked Questions

The grand opening of the Village of Shorewood YMCA is just one month away! To get the community ready for opening day on Monday, April 27, we’ve got the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the Y.

Where will Village of Shorewood YMCA be located?

The facility address is:
1801 W. Jefferson Street
Shorewood, IL 60404

What will be the facility hours?

Starting April 27, the Y will be open with the following hours:
Monday-Friday: 5 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday: 6 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

What amenities will the Village of Shorewood YMCA feature?

The 60,000-square-foot facility will include:

-An aquatics center featuring an eight-lane lap pool, sauna, and an aquatics viewing area 

-A state-of-the-art wellness center 

-A gymnasium 

-Group exercise studios 

-A cycling studio 

-A healthy eating kitchen 

-Multi-purpose rooms and meeting spaces 

-Engaging youth play spaces 

-Indoor and outdoor walking tracks 

-An outdoor playground and fields for summer camp and youth sports programs 

How much does a Village of Shorewood YMCA membership cost?

Facility Member Rates can be viewed below.

TypeDescriptionJoiner's Fee*Monthly Rate
Family Plus3 Adults & Their Dependents$120$126
Family2 Adults & Their Dependents$120$92
One Adult Family1 Adult & Their Dependents$100$82
Two Adult2 Adults in Same Household$100$77
AdultAge 26 and older$80$59
Young AdultAges 19-25$40$44
YouthAges 0-18$40$37

*Members who join during our Early Bird Membership Sale, which runs through April 19, will pay a $0 Joiner’s Fee. Learn more by clicking here.

Will there be savings opportunities for Shorewood Residents?

Yes! Learn more about special offers available to Shorewood residents only by clicking here.

Who can I contact to learn more about Village of Shorewood YMCA?

Reach out to any of the amazing staff members on our branch leadership team!

NamePositionEmailPhone Ext.
Trisha DustExecutive Director[email protected]327
Jim AulFacility and Grounds Director[email protected]336
Chris InterialSports Director[email protected]605
Alissa KoenigHealth and Wellness Director[email protected]335
Aracely RubioMembership Director[email protected]328
Catie WallisAquatics Director[email protected]320
Tracy WraseYouth and Family Director[email protected]315

We can’t wait welcome the community to the new Village of Shorewood YMCA!

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Have a Heart, Lend a Hand: Greater Joliet Area YMCA Invites Community to Participate in Volunteer Days of Service

To prepare for the busy summer season, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA is teaming up with its members, volunteers, staff, and local businesses to host Volunteer Days of Service at each of its facilities.

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA
15120 Wallin Drive
Plainfield, IL 60544
Date: Friday, May 1
Time: 9 a.m.- Noon

MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA
2200 W. Dupont Avenue
Morris, IL 60450
Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: 9 a.m.-Noon

VILLAGE OF SHOREWOOD YMCA
1801 W. Jefferson Street
Shorewood, IL 60404
Date: Wednesday, May 13
Time: 9 a.m.- Noon

JOLIET COMMUNITY YMCA
Hosted at Joliet Junior College
1215 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431
Date: Friday, May 22
Time: 9 a.m.- Noon

Volunteer yourself or recruit a group of co-workers, friends, and family to join you for a great day of team building and giving back to your community! Volunteers must be 18 years of age. A complimentary lunch will be served for volunteers at 11:30 a.m.

To learn more, please contact the Executive Director at your local YMCA branch.

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA
Erin Lightbody
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 238

MORRIS HOSPITAL YMCA
Jamie Heitman
[email protected]
(815) 513-8080, ext. 515

JOLIET COMMUNITY YMCA
Brooke Hall
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 316

VILLAGE OF SHOREWOOD YMCA
Trisha Dust
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 327

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