Greater LaGrange YMCAgreaterlagrangeymca.org

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PROGRAM GUIDE

WELCOME TO THE YMCA!At the YMCA it is our mission to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities through programs that develop spirit, mind and body for all. As a non-profit focused on healthy living, social responsibility and youth development, our goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for you and your child.

Join us this summer!Summer 1 (5 weeks) June 8 - July 12 Summer 2 (5 weeks) July 13 - August 16 Summer Mini Session (2 weeks) August 17 - August 30

Member registration for all sessions begins April 25 Non member registration for all sessions begins May 12.

New This Summer! We have added a number of new classes this summer many of which have an outdoor component integrated into them to allow us to take advantage of the beautiful summer weather. These classes are denoted by an "*" in the title name.

In addition to the classes listed in this guide, we also offer a number of free classes (for members) and events that may not be included in this guide. For our most up-to-date program class schedule as well as downloadable group fitness, swim and gym schedules visit our website at www.greaterlagrangeymca.org/programs. Classes are subject to change. Visit our website for the most current schedule of offerings.

View and register for our programs at register.ymcachicago.org.Registrations are taken online, in-person or by phone. Remember, we're here to help so if you have any questions about our offerings or the registration process don't hesitate to contact us.

Questions? Contact us at 708.352.7600.

DEDICATED TO BUILDING HAPPIER, HEALTHIER KIDS.Summer is a great time to enroll your child in a summer program at the Y. From swim lessons to summer camps, to enrichment classes we have developed programs designed to keep kids active, engaged and having a lot of fun while doing so! Enroll your child today.

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Level 4: Perch Age: 24-36 months. Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent or guardian age 18 or over.

Parent/Child Swim Children must be accompanied by a parent or trusted adult. Location: The Hyatt Lodge @ Mc Donald's Campus, 2815 Jorie Blvd, Oak Brook, IL 60523. William Tell (Holiday Inn), 6201 Joliet Ave, Countryside, IL 60525

PRESCHOOL SWIM

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESLevel 1: Pike, Level 2: Eel, Level 3: Ray, Level 4: Starfish 3-5 Su (@HL) 3-3:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Su (@HL) 3:30-4PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Su (@HL) 4:45-5:15PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Mo (@HL) 6-6:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Tu (@WT) 9:30-10AM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Tu (@HL) 1-1:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 W (@HL) 6-6:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 W (@HL) 6:30-7PM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Th (@WT) 10:15-10:45AM $40/$80

$40/$80 3-5 Sa (@RB) 12:30-1PM $32/$64

$32/$64 3-5 Sa (@RB) 2:30-3PM $32/$64

$32/$64

PRESCHOOL DAY CAMPS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESLittle GL Travelers 3-7 Tu Th 8:30-11AM $38/$58 3-7 M W F 8:30-11AM $57/$87

Little GL Travelers Parents can rely on a safe, fun, and inexpensive experience for their child during the summer. Qualified YMCA staff will supervise your children as they engage in outdoor fun, crafts, games, songs, story time and more.

Camp will run June 9 - August 15.

Monday & Tuesday we will meet at Yena Park, 29th & Harrison, LaGrange Park.

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday we will be at St. Barbara's, 8900 Windemere, Brookfield.

Prices listed are per week. Sign-up is due no later than the Wednesday prior to the week desired.

PARENT/CHILD SWIM

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESParent/Child Swim 6M-3Y Su (@HL) 3-3:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 6M-3Y Su (@HL) 5:15-5:45PM $40/$80

$40/$80 6M-3Y Tu (@HL) 12:30-1PM $40/$80

$40/$80 6M-3Y W (@HL) 6-6:30PM $40/$80

$40/$80 6M-3Y Th (@WT) 10:45-

11:15AM$40/$80 $40/$80

Group Parent/Child SwimThis YMCA program provides the highest quality of early water experiences for children age 6 -36 months. Four levels of progression will see your child through water adjustment and onto basic skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping you work with your child. Each child is always accompanied by one parent. Classes may be combined based on enrollment.

Greater LaGrange YMCA teaches all levels in their Parent/Child Classes

Level 1: Shrimp Level Age: 6-8 months. Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent or guardian age 18 or over.

Level 2: Kipper Level Age: 6-12 months. Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent or guardian age 18 or over.

Level 3: Inia Level Age: 13-18 months. Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent or guardian age 18 or over.

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Preschool SwimGroup Preschool Swim (Ages 3-6)

This program offers children their first experience in the water without a parent. Children are taught basic skills that are the building blocks of swimming including: water propulsion, floating, body awareness and independence. They also are taught some general aquatic safety and pool games. Children will be taught with and without the use of various IFDs (instructional flotation devices). Classes may be combined based on enrollment.

Level 1: PIKE with Parent -Is your child just not ready to be alone for swim lessons? This is a transitional class in which we will wean your child away from you. The next level from here would be Pike. Your child must be 3 years old during the session. Family membership is required to receive member rate.

Level 1: PIKE - The first level of lessons is for beginning swimmers. Swimmers should be able to listen to instructions and follow directions. Swimmers will learn the basic paddle stroke on the front, back and sides. They also will be taught kicking skills and putting their face in the water.

Level 2: EEL - Swimmers will learn to jump in without assistance, float on their front and back for 20 seconds with or without an IFD. Swimmers also will learn to paddle on front, back and side for 25 yards with an IFD and 15 feet without. Prerequisites: To enter this level, swimmers should be able to front and back float 20 seconds with an IFD. Swimmers should also paddle on their front, back and side for 10 yards with an IFD and 5 feet without.

Level 3: RAY - In this class swimmers will learn to front and back float 30 seconds without an IFD; front alternating paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without. Swimmers also will learn front symmetrical paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; do a side alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; back alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; and back symmetrical paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without. Prerequisites: To enter this level, swimmers should be able to jump in without assistance, float on their front and back for 20 seconds with or without an IFD. Swimmers should also paddle on front, back and side for 25 yards with an IFD and 15 feet without.

Level 4: STARFISH - In this class swimmers will learn to do a standing dive; basic front crawl rotary breathing 25 yards; basic breaststroke 25 yards; backstroke 25 yards; elementary backstroke 25 yards; basic sidestroke 25 yards; and tread water one minute. Prerequisites: To enter this level, swimmers should be able to front and back float 30 seconds without an IFD; front alternating paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without. Swimmers also need to be able to front symmetrical paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; do a side alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; back alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; and back symmetrical paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without.

PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESOne Private Swim Lesson 2+ M-Su $25/$50Private Lesson 5 Pack 2+ M-Su $100/$200Semi-Private 5 Pack 2+ M-Su $80/$160Semi-Private One 2+ M-Su $20/$40

Private & Semi-Private Swim LessonsIt is the YMCA's philosophy that everyone learns better in a group. Sometimes, however, individual attention can benefit the beginner. Why you should consider private lessons?? Children or adults who have a specific fear related to the water? Children who need individual attention or who need work in one specific area to pass to the next level? Children or adults who want to refine a specific stroke and need specific instruction

One Private Swim Lesson One private lesson is 30 minutes in length

Private Lesson 5 Pack This 5 pack offers you a discount for buying 5 private swim lessons for the price of 4. One private lesson is 30 minutes in length.

Semi-Private One For those families that have siblings that would both like a private lesson, we can now offer you one semi-private lesson for 45 minutes. The fee indicated is a per person fee. Semi-Private lessons are 45 minutes in length versus a private lesson which is 30 minutes in length.

Semi-Private 5 Pack This 5 pack offers you a discount for buying 5 semi-private swim lessons for the price of 4. For those families that have siblings that would both like a private lesson, we can now offer you one semi-private lesson for 45 minutes. The fee indicated is a per person fee. Semi-Private lessons are 45 minutes in length versus a private lesson which is 30 minutes in length.

ENRICHMENT CLASSES

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESTricky Tumbling 3-4 Tu 3:30-4PM $25/$50

$25/$50 5-8 Tu 4:05-4:45PM $30/$60

$30/$60 Friday Is Y Day 3-6 F 9-9:45AM $25/$50

$30/$60

Preschool EnrichmentTricky Tumbling Learn the joys of basic tumbling and fun tricks, too!

Friday Is Y Day TGIF! Dress for the mess with this fun and messy class featuring crafts, paint, playdoh and more!

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HEALTH & FITNESS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESKids Boot Camp 3-6 M 10:15-10:45AM $15/$30

$15/$30 3-6 M 5:15-5:45PM $15/$30

$15/$30 Stretch & Movement 3-6 Tu 10:15-10:45AM Free/$15

Free/$15 Preschool Yoga & Stretch 3-6 W 10:15-10:45AM Free/$15

Free/$15 Dance Fitness 4-10 W 4:15-4:45PM Free/$30

Free/$30 Kids Beats 2-6 Th 10:15-10:45AM $10/$20

$10/$20 2-6 Th 10:50-11:20AM $10/$20

$10/$20

Health & FitnessKids Boot Camp This class will instruct kids on the basic building blocks of fitness. Proper form will be taught for squats, crunches and many other exercises. Fast-paced, this class keeps the kids moving.

Stretch & Movement This motion-filled exercise class will help kids improve coordination and balance, while working off some of that excess energy.

Preschool Yoga & Stretch Yoga for kids age 3-6 years. Kids will learn basic poses, breathing and building blocks of yoga. Mats and yoga props will be available.

Dance Fitness Kids will learn how fun staying healthy can be. We will keep them moving and grooving to new songs and your favorite classics. This class increases kids' focus and self-confidence, boosting metabolism and enhancing coordination.

Kids Beats This fitness class captures the essence of movement, rhythm and fun! We will get your kids' feet stomping and bodies moving. Drop off and pick up from Kids Zone will be provided. Kids only.

PRESCHOOL SPORTS LEAGUES

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEEST-Ball 3yrs W 5-5:45PM $65/$115 4yrs M 5:15-8:15PM $65/$115

Preschool Sports LeaguesT-Ball Kids age 3 & 4 will learn to hit, throw, field, and run in this engaging program. Teams will be formed, which is another important aspect of this league; learning to work together as a team.

KIDS NIGHT OUT/MOM’S DAY OUTCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESKids Night Out 2-8 Sa- July 19 6-8:30PM $10/$15 2-8 Sa - Aug. 16 6-8:30PM $10/$15Mom's Day Out 2-8 W Jul 16 1-4PM $10/$15 2-8 W Aug 13 1-4PM $10/$15Kids Night Out Calling all kids ages 2 to 8! Come to the Y and play games, watch a movie and have a snack.

Mom's Day Out Mom or Dad need a break?? Drop your kids off with us and get some time to yourself. The kids will enjoy themed activities, crafts, snacks and some fun play time.

FAMILY EVENTS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESFamily Swim One Time 1M-99Y Su (@HL) 4:45-5:45PM Free/$8 1M-99Y Sa (@RB) 3-4PM Free/$8Family Fun At the Forest Preserve* 1M-99Y F Jun 13 6-8PM Call For Info Movie in the Park* 1+ F- Jun 27 6-8:30PM Call For Info

Family EventsFamily Swim One Time YMCA Family Members are FREE for Family Swim. Non-Member families can come for $8.00 per family per visit. Each family member must register for this family swim regardless of age for safety purposes. Please call the front desk to register 708-352-7600. Some Saturdays and Sundays are not available. Parents or responsible adult age 16+ must accompany all children under age 9 in the pool.

Family Fun At the Forest Preserve* Y Family Fun at the Forest Preserve. Come out and have some good old fashioned family fun. Red Rover, Spud, Kick the Can, you name it we can play it. Bring the family, bring the neighbors, get your team together! Free to the Community.

MOVIE IN THE PARK* A wonderful family event at the Amphitheater in Memorial Park. Bring your blankets and enjoy a family movie under the stars. Movie to be determined. Watch our Facebook page to place your vote. All ages welcome. This is a FREE community event