The Y is excited to offer health and wellness programs for homeschool families this fall! These five-week programs are open to kids, ages 4-14.Fall 1 Classes: August 26-September 29
Fall 2 Classes: September 30-November 3
Fall 3: November 4-December 15
Homeschool Gym
Thursdays, 10-10:45 a.m.
Cost: $55 for Facility Members, $110 for Community Members
Activities will focus on developing healthy habits, making new friends, and enjoying new forms of exercise and games!
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE!
Save $5 when you register your child for Homeschool Gym by August 26 for Fall 1, September 6 for Fall 2, November 4 for Fall 3. Discount Code: HOMESCHOOL
Homeschool Swim Lessons
Thursdays, 11 a.m.-Noon
Cost: $52 for Facility Members, $104 for Community Members
Participants will receive a 30-minute swim lesson and then have 30 minutes for open swim in the pool.
The Joliet Y JETS swim team offers a range of practice groups, from beginner to advanced, based on age, skill, speed and commitment. To be placed on the beginning level of the team, swimmers must be able to swim freestyle for one length of the pool (25 yards) without stopping while demonstrating the ability to comfortably swim at the surface with arms reaching forward over the water, their face in the water, and taking breaths to the side. They must also swim 25 yards of backstroke without stopping, showing they are comfortable floating on their back while maintaining a rhythmic, supportive kick.
Join the YMCA for a morning of joy, support, and celebration as we create a welcoming space for swimmers of all abilities. Designed to be inclusive and accommodating for kids with diverse sensory needs and their families, YMCA Sensory-Friendly Swims will feature a quiet environment with no music and little-to-no whistle use by our lifeguards. The water features in the Family Pool will also be turned off during this time.
Every day the Greater Joliet Area YMCA affirms its commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Y programs provide opportunities for all generations, ensuring that every individual feels a sense of belonging. And as a non-profit, community-based organization, the YMCA relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to offer these services and programs for children, adults and families living in our community. 
The Morris Community YMCA is excited to announce a generous $30,000 gift from the Jason Clearwater Fund in support of the Community Grows Here Capital Campaign. This donation will provide invaluable equipment and resources to sports programs at the future Morris Hospital YMCA, which is set to open in early 2025 at its location adjacent to Morris Grade School. 
