1. health and fitness

WINTER
PROGRAM
GUIDE
2015
Winter Programs run JANUARY 12 - APRIL 5
Registration begins:
December 8 for Members / December 15 for Non-Members
McGaw YMCA · 1000 Grove Street · 847.475.7400 · www.mcgawymca.org
GENERAL INFORMATION
1000 Grove Street
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.7400
www.mcgawymca.org
WHAT’S INSIDE...
GENERAL INFORMATION...................2-5
BIRTHDAY PARTIES.............................6-7
FAMILY TIME............................................8
CHILDREN’S CENTER...............................9
CAMPS..............................................10-11
HOLIDAY SPECIALS.........................12-13
YOUTH AQUATICS..........................14-16
YOUTH SPORTS & PLAY.......................17
YOUTH EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP...18
MARTIAL ARTS......................................19
ADULT FITNESS...............................20-23
BEIDLER CENTER HOURS:
DAY
TIME
CUSTOMER SERVICE GUARANTEE:
Customer service is our highest priority.
We are committed to providing services
and activities that meet your expectations.
If you are not fully satisfied with your
membership or class, please contact any
member of our Leadership team.
Their e-mail addresses are listed below
and can all be reached by calling 847-4757400.
CONTACT
POSITION
EMAIL
Member Relations
Senior Director
Associate Operating
Lori Siegel
Officer
Healthy Living
Mira Rodgers
Senior Director
Director,
Pamela McKenzie
Residence
Wellness Center
Emily Rasmussen
Manager
Aquatics
Meaghan Hilton
Director
Derek Hargrove
derekh@
mcgawymca.org
loris@
mcgawymca.org
mirak@
mcgawymca.org
pamelam@
mcgawymca.org
emilym@
mcgawymca.org
meaghanh@
mcgawymca.org
YMCA MISSION:
The McGaw YMCA is an open, charitable
membership association that promotes
growth in spirit, mind and body through
programs and services for all.
8:30am - 12:30pm
BUILDING HOURS*:
DAY
TIME
4-8pm
Monday - Friday
5am - 10pm
8:30am - 12:30pm
Saturday
6am - 7pm
Saturday
8:30am - 2pm
Sunday
7am - 6pm
Sunday
CLOSED
Monday - Thursday
Friday
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GENERAL INFORMATION
* Program areas close 15 minutes prior to building
closing. Pool areas close at 9:30pm, Monday - Friday.
PROGRAM AND REGISTRATION:
MEMBERSHIP CARD
Winter Programs: January 12 - April 5
Member: December 8
Non-Member: December 15
All members receive a membership card
when they join. Present your card every
time you enter the building. For security
reasons, each child on a family membership
must have his/her own card and should not
be scanned in on an adult’s card. Members
without cards may be denied access to the
facility. If you lose your card, you can buy a
replacement card for $5. We may suspend
or terminate membership for anyone who
falsifies a membership card, allows an
unauthorized guest in the building, or
engages in similar behavior.
AWAY Program
(Always Welcome At the Y):
When traveling, you can access more
than 2,300 YMCAs across the country by
showing your McGaw YMCA membership
card. Some local restrictions and fees
may apply, so please call ahead before
your first visit. You can look up YMCAs by
location at www.ymca.net.
MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL:
We’re proud of our commitment to serve
our diverse community. Membership for All
– pricing based on household income and
family size – helps to make membership
affordable to people of all economic
means. To learn how Membership for
All might affect your membership rates,
stop by Member Relations with your most
recent federal 1040 tax form to verify your
eligibility. For more information, contact
Derek Hargrove at 847.475.7400 x255 or
[email protected].
PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS
YOUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
• Free parking
• Unlimited guest passes
• Two hours of free childcare with a
family membership while you work out
• Member rates and advance registration
for our programs and classes
• Membership privileges at more than
2600 Ys across the country
• Your choice of over 100 free group
fitness classes and an one-hour FREE
Fitness Assessment
• FREE tutoring for youth members in
Grades K-8th (one-hour per week)
Limited scholarship funds, based on a
member’s household income and family
size, are available to McGaw YMCA
members for adult swim lessons and
most youth programs. A McGaw YMCA
member who qualifies can receive up
to a 60% reduction of one program fee
per session. We apply scholarships on a
first-come, first-served basis. To increase
the likelihood of receiving scholarship
funds, we strongly recommend that you
register for a program as soon as member
registration opens. Contact Member
Relations for details.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
SECURITY
MEMBERSHIP CANCELLATION
MEMBERSHIP HOLDS
Please be sure to lock up your belongings
while you use the Y facilities. The McGaw
YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen
articles. Please bring a lock to secure
your items in the locker room. To store
valuables in our small security lockers in
the front hallway, pick up a free token
at the Front Desk. Overnight lockers in
the locker rooms are also available for a
monthly rental fee. To rent, please see any
member relations staff at the Front Desk.
To cancel your membership and stop
membership payments, please give us
written notice by the 25th day of your
last month of membership. For example,
to cancel your membership in February, we
must receive written notice by January 25.
We will accept your written cancellation,
including the name and address on your
account, in person, by mail, or by email
to [email protected]. It helps us to
improve our quality of service if you share
a detailed reason for your cancellation.
To discuss cancellations, please call Derek
Hargrove, Member Relations Director, at
847.475.7400 x255.
Joiner’s fees and past monthly membership
fees are not refundable. We will refund
annual membership fees on a prorated
basis for the unused portion of the
membership, minus a $25 service fee.
You can put your membership on hold once
per year, for up to 90 days at a time. Pay
a one-time fee of $25 and submit a written
request for a membership hold. We will
stop your automatic monthly payments for
up to 90 days, then automatically reinstate
monthly billing after the hold period. If
you wish to hold your membership, we
must receive written notice of your request
and payment by the 25th day of the month
prior.
GUESTS
Every Member can bring an unlimited
number of guests. You can bring up to four
guests per visit and each guest can come
to the Y as a guest up to three times per
year. After the third visit the guest must
purchase a daily pass. Guest must fill out
all appropriate paperwork and waiver at
the Front Desk. Members are responsible
for the conduct of their guests while here
at the Y. We reserve the right to restrict
guests from using the Y when certain
facilities are unavailable or when member
traffic is high.
Youth Guest Pass Policy
Youth guests may purchase a daily guest
pass to access the YMCA. An adult must
accompany each guest younger than 11
years old.
Guest fees per day
Family
Adult
High School Youth (3 years-Grade 8)
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$25
$15
$10
$5
REFUNDS
Once a program has begun, we will not
credit or refund payment, except as
described below (Camp Echo and the
Children’s Center have separate refund
policies):
If you withdraw from a program before
the first time it meets, we will credit
your McGaw YMCA account for your full
program fee. If you withdraw from a
class for medical reasons, please submit a
physician’s note, and we will apply a prorated credit to your account, based on the
number of remaining classes. All credits
are valid for one year from their creation
date.
We reserve the right to cancel programs.
If you are registered for a program that
is canceled, we will give you a full refund.
Refunds will be issued by check and may
take up to 3 weeks for processing. Refunds
will not be issued for amounts under $10.
FACILITY FEATURES
Exercise and Wellness Facilities
• Group exercise studio with wood flooring and mirrors
• Pilates personal training studio
• Racquetball, handball, and squash courts
• Life Fitness treadmills, cross-trainers,
and stair climbers
• Lifecycle upright and recumbent bikes
• StairMaster stepmills
• Complete strength training circuit
• Hammer Strength free weight area
• Cardio Theater system with five 52”
televisions and audio plug-in at each
cardio machine
• free WiFi access in Wellness Center and
Chinnock Lounge
• Gym - 30,000 square-foot gymnasium
with two full basketball courts, an
indoor running/walking track, and
walleyball court.
Indoor Pools
• Warm Water Pool: 25 yards, four lanes,
primarily used for swim lessons, family
swim, open swim, and selected water
fitness classes. 36 laps to the mile.
Water temperature approximately 8587° F.
• Murdough Pool: 25 yards, six lanes,
primarily used for lap swimming, swim
team practice and meets, and selected
water fitness classes. 36 laps to the
mile. Water temperature approximately
80°F.
• Hot Tub. Water temperature
approximately 104°F.
Locker Rooms
• Men’s and Women’s Adult-only locker
rooms
• Separate steam rooms and saunas in
both men’s and women’s locker rooms
• Family locker rooms with private
changing rooms complete with shower,
toilet facilities and changing table,
for parents or guardians with children
of any age and either gender, and for
people with disabilities
• Boys’ and Girls’ locker rooms for grades
3-8
• Small and large rental lockers available,
or bring a lock for daily use
Facilities for Children & Families
• New Youth Lobby coming in 2015.
• Elesh Family Learning Center with
reference materials and computer lab
• Beidler Babysitting Center (2 free hours
per day for family members)
Parking
Members of the McGaw YMCA receive
parking passes for our lot. Enjoy free
parking while you work out.
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CELEBRATE
CELEBRATE AT
AT THE Y
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
What better place for your child to
celebrate a birthday than at the McGaw
Y? We have birthday party fun down
to a science, and our facility is a giant
playground for kids eager to run, climb,
swim and play (and eat cake, of course.) By
the way, it doesn’t have to be a birthday
party. If you have anything to celebrate, we
have a party in store for you.
POOL PARTIES
AGES 4+
Reserve our 4-lane, warm-water pool
for 50 minutes of fun with your friends!
We provide foam pool noodles and a
supervising lifeguard. Then take the party
upstairs for an hour in a multipurpose
party room.
PRICES
POOL ONLY (50 minutes) - up to 25 participants
$150 Members / $200 Non-members
POOL (50 minutes) and PARTY ROOM (1 hour)
$200 Members / $250 Non-members
You can add a giant inflatable in the pool. Kids
can jump, climb, and swim (about 7 feet long
by 3 feet wide). Adding this option includes a
second lifeguard. For safety reasons, parties
with a giant inflatable can only accommodate up
to 20 swimming participants.
Ages 5-8 Bug - add $60 (shallow end)
Ages 7-12 Octopus Obstacle - add $75
(deep end)
NOTES
• At least one supervising adult must be
present on the pool deck throughout the
party.
• At least one adult must accompany every
five children ages 5-7 and for every three
children under 5 years old in the water.
SWIM & GYM PARTY
AGES 4+
45 minutes in the pool, 45 minutes in the
gym, and 60 minutes in the party room.
PRICES
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Up to 25 participants
$275 Members / $325 Non-members
Ages 5-8 Bug - add $60 (shallow end)
Ages 7-12 Octopus Obstacle - add $75
(deep end)
Bounce house gym inflatable - add $60
We invite you to visit www.mcgawymca.org
for additional details and information.
PRESCHOOL GYM PARTY
AGES 2-4
The party starts with 30 minutes of open
play on an indoor playground of mats,
tunnels, toys, and foam shapes. Then
our staff members lead 20 minutes of
playground games.
PRICES
GYM ONLY (50 mins.) - up to 25 child participants
$150 Members / $200 Non-members
GYM (50 mins.) and PARTY ROOM (1 hour)
For up to 25 child participants.
$200 Members / $250 Non-members
Bounce house gym inflatable - add $60
BIG KID GYM PARTY
AGES 5-10
The party starts with 20 minutes of open
play with gym equipment. Then our staff
members lead group games for 30 minutes.
PRICES
GYM ONLY (50 mins.) - up to 25 participants
$150 Members / $200 Non-members
GYM (50 mins.) and PARTY ROOM (1 hour)
For up to 25 child participants.
$200 Members / $250 Non-members
Bounce house gym inflatable - add $60
SPORTS GYM PARTY
AGES 5+
20 minutes of staff-led drills and skills,
then a 30-minute officiated scrimmage.
Choose from basketball, football, volleyball,
soccer, or floor hockey.
PRICES
GYM ONLY (50 mins.) - up to 25 child participants
$150 Members / $200 Non-members
GYM (50 mins.) and PARTY ROOM (1 hour)
For up to 25 child participants.
$200 Members / $250 Non-members
To request a reservation, send an email to
[email protected] or call
the party voicemail line at 847.475.7400
ext 281 and provide the following
information:
• Child’s Name or Group
Name
• YMCA membership
status
• Ages of children
attending
• Preferred party type
• Preferred party date(s)
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CHILDCARE
FAMILY ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
McGaw YMCA Children’s Center
SWEETHEART DANCE
FEBRUARY 12th 6:30-8:30pm
$25/ YMCA Family / $55 Non-YMCA family
Join us for our Sweetheart Dance and
be part of a special night! Dance the
night away, enjoy music and each others’
company, and create lasting memories.
SLEEP OVER
MARCH 14th 5pm-MARCH 15th 8am
$25 YMCA Family / $55 Non-YMCA Family
This sleep over is a true adventure! Bring
a tent or borrow one from us and have a
camp out at the Y. Show your kids a great
time and join others for Family swim and
gym activities, dinner, a movie in the gym,
and bedtime snack.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
FAMILY VOLLEYBALL
Friday nights
Ready, set, spike. Come to the Y for our
weekly family volleyball and get a fun
workout for the whole family! Family
Volleyball encourages kids and adults of all
ages to practice their skills and learn from
each other in an open and non-competitive
environment.
FAMILY SWIM & FAMILY FUN GYM
Family swim and family open gym are
offered at various times throughout the
week in the 4-lane pool and SebringLewis Center gym. Families can also swim
together during open swim times. No
registration or additional fees apply; simply
check the pool and SLC Gym schedules on
the Schedules and Alerts page at www.
mcgawymca.org for open times and dates.
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INTERNATIONAL
FAMILY FESTIVAL
FREE
COMMUNITY
EVENT
Saturday, December 13th, 10am - 1pm
Celebrate the holiday with us by bringing
your family and friends to the McGaw
YMCA to learn about cultures from all over
the world. Enjoy holiday entertainment,
lunch, crafts, and a visit with Santa. Check
the website for a full list of activities:
www.mcgawymca.org.
Would you like to share your traditions and
cultures with others? We are looking to
expand our countries/nationalities. Please
contact Lori Siegel at loris@mcgawymca.
org.
RACQUETBALL TOURNAMENT
December 13th, 8am - 4pm
$30* YMCA Members and Non-members
Test your skills and meet other players in
this Round Robin Racquetball tournament.
Prizes from the Squash Pro Shop will be
awarded to the top finishers of each group!
*All proceeds support John’s Cupboard
(McGaw YMCA Food Pantry).
Ages: 15 years - Adult
1420 Maple Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.8580
www.mcgawymca.org/childrenscenter
MONDAY - FRIDAY 7am - 6:15pm
At the Y, we believe the values and skills
learned early on are vital building blocks
for quality of life and future success.
That’s why our infant/toddler, preschool,
and school age programs are staffed with
teachers who understand the cognitive,
physical and social development of kids.
We respect and nurture your child’s
need to feel connected and supported in
trying new things. At our center, babies
develop trust and security, preschoolers
experience early literacy and learn about
their environment, and school-age kids
make friends, learn new skills, and receive
homework assistance. We’re committed to
building confident kids today and bright
futures tomorrow.
INFANT & TODDLER CARE
Let’s give them a great start! We think that
the building blocks to a happy adulthood
begin at the youngest age and we want to
make sure that your child gets a chance
to build relationships and develop their
own personality, so they can grow up
to be a secure and well-rounded adult.
Our teachers know that children hit their
milestones at their own pace, so we
encourage each child to develop at their
own pace.
PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS
Exploration and discovery are what the
preschool explorers are all about. Children
learn about a new topic each month in a
setting that encourages them to be curious
and explore their own interests. We
discover topics around science, art, nature,
culture, and more through exploring and
projects.
FACILITY & PROGRAMS
Our center houses two Infant classes, two
Toddler classes, six Full-Day Preschool
classes, four Part-Day Preschool classes
and six School-Age classes.
We also have an indoor playroom, 250seat auditorium, large lunch/activity
room, arts & crafts room, a library, a
computer center, outdoor playgrounds,
administrative offices and an on-site
enrollment office.
In addition, all of our programs use the
McGaw YMCA pool, locker rooms and
gymnasium for weekly swim and fitness
activities as an added value to our
curriculum unique only to the McGaw
YMCA Children’s Center.
FULL DAY PRESCHOOL
Our preschoolers discover science, arts,
healthy habits, literacy and more! We know
how fast children that age develop and
that they want to explore everything, and
here they can! Preschool at the Y never
gets boring, from field trips and swimming
lessons, to gym activities, music, and more!
PART DAY PRESCHOOL
Come explore with us! Here, children get to
play, make new friends, and are eased into
a preschool setting, which prepares them
for kindergarten. Your child will be with the
same children and the same teachers every
day, so they can easily form relationships
and make friends.
SCHOOL’S OUT (GRADES K-5)
We want to make it easier for working
parents. School’s Out provides afternoon
care for children from school dismissal
until 6:15pm, as well as on days off and
on half days. Here, children get homework
assistance, so you don’t have to worry
about anything when you pick them up!
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CAMPS - HOLIDAY & SUMMER
WINTER BREAK HOLIDAY CAMP
SPRING BREAK HOLIDAY CAMP
December 22 - 23, 29-31 & January 2
$60/day M, $70/day NM
Registration starts Nov. 24, 2014 K-5
Join School’s Out’s Winter Camp for good
times, great friends, and warm memories.
We will do scientific experiments, make
music and dance, celebrate New Year, and
more!
April 6-10
K-5
$60/day M, $70/day NM
Registration starts Mar. 9, 2015
The YMCA is the place to be during spring
break! We offer swim lessons, physical
fitness in the gym, great themed activities,
mini fieldtrips around Evanston, plus
dedicated and educated staff that take
time to know your child.
CAMP RAINBOW
3-5 yrs
June 8 - August 14
Registration starts 1/5/15 - Priority,
1/12/15 - Members, 1/26/15 - Community
Camp Rainbow offers all the fun of day
camp in a half-day format designed
specifically for preschoolers. Children
explore the world through art, hands-on
math and science, stories and music. There
are field trips and beach days, organized
games and swimming lessons and there
is always enough time to just play with
friends, too. Campers will love spending
the summer in this fun-filled, nurturing
learning environment.
SUMMER ADVENTURE CLUB
Entering
grades
6-9
June 8 - August 14
Registration starts 1/5/15 - Priority,
1/12/15 - Members, 1/26/15 - Community
The Summer Adventure Club is specifically
designed for middle school students and
provides all the fun of a traditional camp
experience like field trips, beach days, and
swim lessons. But SAC is more than that.
Here, participants also help plan special
community service projects, develop a
sense of responsibility, and improve their
team building skills. This is a great place
for middle school youth to learn about
staying active and developing friendships
and self-confidence.
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CAMP WANAGO
Entering
grades
June 8 - August 14
1-5
Registration starts 1/5/15 - Priority,
1/12/15 - Members, 1/26/15 - Community
At Camp WaNaGo, children get a summer of
self-discovery, adventure, fun, and learning
that will last a lifetime. Every week has a
different theme and structured activities
to give every child a great experience.
From discovery workshops, swim lessons,
and field trips, to beach days and
community outreach, Camp WaNaGo is
full of excitement and has something for
everyone!
CAMP ECHO
Entering
Grades
6 sessions, June 7 - August 14
3 - 11
Registration starts 11/18 - Returning
Campers (+siblings), 12/1 - Members,
12/15 - Non-Members
Since 1924, Camp Echo has provided
young campers a chance to build strong
character, develop new friendships, and
learn skills in a safe outdoor environment.
Camp Echo provides campers of all ages
the opportunity set aside the technology,
settle into a healthy and active routine,
and build community that travels far
beyond Camp Echo’s Fremont, MI location.
With Family Camps, traditional summer
Main Camp, leadership development
programs for teens, and Adventure Trips
throughout the Midwest and beyond, Camp
Echo has something for every camper!
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NEW CLIENTS
BUY
YOU GET
5 lessons
FREE intro package
(2 lessons)
EXISTING CLIENTS
BUY
YOU GET
10 lessons
one FREE lesson
MASSAGE
PERSONAL TRAINING
INDIVIDUAL
PACKAGE PRICE BONUS YOU GET
2 hours
4 hours
6 hours
12 hours
20 hours
$122
$216
$309
$587
$901
30 min.
60 min.
90 min.
3 hours
4 hours
2.5 hours
5 hours
7.5 hours
15 hours
24 hours
PARTNER
PACKAGE PRICE BONUS YOU GET
2 hours
4 hours
6 hours
$191 30 min. 2.5 hours
$361 60 min. 5 hours
$479 90 min. 7.5 hours
TRIO TRAINING
PACKAGE PRICE BONUS YOU GET
BUY
YOU GET
Any Massage
2-Pack
10% off any
additional massage
or massage package
Purchase between December 15th – January 15th.
2 hours
4 hours
6 hours
$212 30 min. 2.5 hours
$424 60 min. 5 hours
$489 90 min. 7.5 hours
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
Whether taking lessons or enjoying open or family swim,
your kids stay fit, healthy and strong when they spend time
in the water. Swimming also helps them gain confidence and
improve coordination while having a great time.
PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS
WE ALSO OFFER PRIVATE
SWIM LESSONS FOR YOUTH!
For more information, please contact Jess
Danduran at [email protected]
Ages: 6 months to 3 years | Member: $133 | Non-Member: $208 | 10 Weeks, once per week
Get your kids ready for swimming by having fun and playing in the pool, right by your side! Songs and games in the
water help young children to learn basic swimming movements and to gain confidence in the pool.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
9:30am - 10am
6pm - 6:30pm
N/A
N/A
10am - 10:30am
8:30am - 9am
10:30am - 11am
10:30am - 11am
STARFISH
Ages: 3 years to 5 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once a week
Swimmers refine their strokes and build endurance. These lessons are for kids who can swim at least 15 feet on
front and back without a flotation device.
*STARFISH - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:15pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
N/A
4:15pm - 4:45pm
4:45pm - 5:15pm
7pm - 7:30pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
5pm - 5:30pm
6pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 7pm
FRIDAY
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
SUNDAY
10am - 10:30am
11:30am - 12pm
POLLIWOG
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once a week
This course is for beginners with few or no independent swimming skills.
SUNFISH
Ages: 2 years to 4 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once per week
This course helps children transition from swimming with an adult to swimming alone with a flotation belt.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
4pm - 4:30pm
N/A
N/A
6pm - 6:30pm
9:30am - 10am
8am-8:30am
11:30am - 12pm
11:30am - 12pm
PIKE
*POLLIWOG - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:05pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
4:10pm - 4:50pm
4:50pm - 5:30pm
6:45pm - 7:25pm
4:05pm - 4:45pm*
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm
6pm - 6:40pm
4:05pm - 4:45pm
4:05pm - 4:45pm*
8:10am - 8:50am
9:30am - 10:10am
10:10am - 10:50am
11am - 11:40am
10am - 10:40am
GUPPY
Ages: 3 years to 5 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once per week
This course is for beginners with few or no independent swimming skills.
*PIKE - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:15pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
4pm - 4:30pm
9:30am - 10am
4:15pm - 4:45pm
4:45pm - 5:15pm
6pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 7pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
9:30am - 10am
4:30pm - 5pm
5:30pm - 6pm
6:30pm - 7pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
9am - 9:30am
9:30am - 10am
10am - 10:30am
11am - 11:30am
10am - 10:30am
10:30am - 11am
11am - 11:30am
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 12 Weeks, once a week
In these lessons kids continue to develop front and back stroke skills. Swimmers need to be comfortable in deep
water to participate.
*GUPPY - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:05pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
3:50pm-4:30pm
4:10pm - 4:50pm
4:50pm - 5:30pm
6pm - 6:40pm
4:05pm 4:45pm*
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm- 5:55pm
6pm - 6:40pm
4:05pm - 4:45pm
4:05pm - 4:45pm*
8:10am - 8:50am
8:50am - 9:30am
9:30am - 10:10am
10:10am - 10:50am
11am - 11:40am
10:40am11:20am
11:20am - 12pm
EEL
Ages: 3 years to 5 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once per week
This course is for kids who have some independent swimming skills and who can swim at least 5 feet on front,
back, and side with a flotation belt.
*EEL - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:15pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
4pm - 4:30pm
9:30am - 10am
4:15pm - 4:45pm
4:45pm - 5:15pm
6pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 7pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
9:30am - 10am
4:30pm - 5pm
5:30pm - 6pm
6:30pm - 7pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
9am - 9:30am
9:30am - 10am
10am - 10:30am
11am - 11:30am
11:30am - 12pm
10am - 10:30am
11am - 11:30am
11:30am - 12pm
RAY
MINNOW
**4 Lane
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once a week
This class lets swimmers refine their strokes and rotary breathing. Participants must be able to swim one pool
length of front and back stroke.
*MINNOW - INTENSIVE | meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15pm - 5:55pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
8:50am - 9:30am**
9:10am - 9:50am
9:50am - 10:30am
10:30am - 11:10am
10:00am - 10:40am
10:40am - 11:20am**
FISH (Intermediate I)
Ages: 3 years to 5 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 12 Weeks, once a week
This course teaches kids more independent swim skills, strokes, and rhythmic breathing.
*RAY - INTENSIVE | meets Wednesdays & Fridays 4:15pm - 4:45pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
4pm - 4:30pm
9:30am - 10am
4:15pm - 4:45pm
4:45pm - 5:15pm
6pm - 6:30pm
7pm - 7:30pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
9:30am - 10am
5pm - 5:30pm
6pm - 6:30pm
6:30pm - 7pm
3:45pm - 4:15pm
4:15pm - 4:45pm*
8:30am - 9am
9:30am - 10am
10:30am - 11am
11:30am - 12pm
10am - 10:30am
10:30m - 11am
11:30am - 12pm
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SATURDAY
8:30am - 9am
9:30am - 10am
10:30am - 11am
11:30am - 12pm
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $138 | Non-Member: $208 | 12 Weeks, once a week
Swimmers build endurance, improve basic technique, and start learning the butterfly stroke.
*FISH - INTENSIVE | meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15pm - 5:55pm | 6 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
9:10am - 9:50am
9:50am - 10:30am
10:00am - 10:40am
11:20am - 12pm
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YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
YOUTH SPORTS AND PLAY
SWIM & GYM
FLYING FISH AND SHARK (Intermediate II)
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once a week
Students build endurance on all six strokes and begin to learn bilateral breathing and competitive turns.
*FLYING FISH AND SHARK - INTENSIVE | meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15pm - 5:55pm | 5 weeks, twice a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
4:30pm - 5:10pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm
5:15pm - 5:55pm*
N/A
8:30am - 9:10am
10:30am- 11:10am
10:40am - 11:20am
PORPOISE
Ages: 6 years to 13 years | Member: $118 | Non-Member: $181 | 10 Weeks, once a week
At this level, participants are exposed to a wide range of aquatic experiences and learn rescue skills, develop
leadership skills, and may have the opportunity to aid in swim lessons. This class is for advanced swimmers.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
11:20am - 12pm
PRESCHOOL GYM
$60 M / $96 NM
Ages: 3 years to 5 years
10 weeks, Fridays | 9:30am - 10:15am
Drop your preschooler off for supervised
play and activities on our indoor gym and
obstacle course! Led by an instructor, in
this program kids develop gross and fine
motor skills in a group setting.
$150 M / $230 NM
CHECK OUT OUR
FAMILY ACTIVITIES AND
EVENTS ON PAGE 8!
10 weeks, Fridays | 9:30am - 11am
SPORTS
*Also available in 5 week sessions:
$30 M / $48 NM
PRESCHOOL GYM & SWIM
Ages: 3 years to 5 years
Drop off your preschooler for this class
combination. We start off in the gym for
supervised play on our gym playground,
followed by a swim lesson in the pool!
*Also available in 5 week sessions:
$75 M / $115 NM
PARENT/TODDLER GYM AND SWIM
$150 M / $230 NM
YOUTH BASKETBALL | FEB. 7TH - MAR. 28TH
$60 M / $90 NM
8 weeks, Saturdays | Pre-K - 8th Grade
In this youth league, everyone plays! Here,
kids learn all about the basics like shooting,
dribbling, and passing; while improving their
team working and leadership skills. Please check
our website for times and more information.
Ages: 1 year to 4 years
10 weeks, Fridays | 9:30am - 11am
10 weeks, Tuesdays, | 9:30am - 10:55am
In this program, your toddler will get a
swim lesson in the pool and get to with
you on our padded equipment in the gym,
accompanied by games and songs.
*Also available in 5 week sessions:
$75 M / $115NM
PARENT/TODDLER PLAY-TIME
$60 M / $96 NM
Ages: 1 year to 4 years
10 weeks, Fridays | 9:30am - 10:15am
10 weeks, Tuesdays | 10:15am - 10:55am
Get active with your toddler on our play
equipment and join in games and songs.
Toddler Playtime is a good way for the
little ones to practice socialization with
other children as they develop motor skills.
*Also available in 5 week sessions:
$30 M / $48 NM
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HS BASKETBALL LEAGUE | DEC. 7TH - JAN. 25TH
$15 M / $20 NM
8 weeks, Sundays | 14 - 19 years
Showcase your skills and fine tune your
knowledge for the game of basketball in a
league where everyone plays. Participants
will be involved in a safe and welcoming
environment where the Y core values of respect,
responsibility, honesty and caring will be
emphasized.
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YOUTH EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
TUTORING
Because each child’s learning needs are
unique, the McGaw Y offers one hour of
free, one-on-one tutoring per week to
our members in grades K-8. Tutoring is
available in math, reading, English, and
study skills.
PROJECT SOAR (MENTORING)
Project SOAR is our one-on-one mentoring
program that aims to create a long-lasting
relationship between youth and an adult
through regular meetings and outings.
Mentors meet one-on-one with youth in
the Evanston area for a minimum of one
year in order to ensure stability and to
enable long-lasting relationships. Together
they participate in group activities like
bowling, skiing, camping, and sporting
events, as well.
BRILLIANTEEN THEATRE
Brillianteen is gearing up for its annual
student-produced musical. Youth
Showboard Volunteers lead the complete
production of the show, from rehearsals
to design and performance. Brillianteen
introduces Juniors and Seniors to the
experience of live theatre. It allows teens
to develop leadership and team working
skills, boosts their confidence, and gives
them a greater sense of community and
social responsibility.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING PRETEST
The Lifeguard Training Pre-Test qualifies
participants ages 15+ to take the lifeguard
training course.
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Y ACHIEVERS
At the Y we know how important it is to
create confident youth in order to build
strong communities.
Our Achievers program is geared towards
instilling the confidence in high school
students that is needed for success in
their personal and professional lives once
they leave high school and teaches them to
be a positive part of the community.
In this program adult mentors support
participants in pursuing their higher
educational and career goal by equipping
them with the skills they need to get there
and by being approachable and positive
role models.
PROJECT EMERSON
Project Emerson addresses the gap
between knowledge and real world
exposure. This program invites adults from
the community to showcase their expertise
– such as filmmaking, architecture, sports,
science, and cooking – to our participants
in relevant and compelling ways that
demonstrate how those skills are applied
outside of school.
For more information on how
to get involved in any of these
programs as a participant or
volunteer, please contact Sue
Sowle at [email protected]
POOL & WATERFRONT LIFEGUARD
TRAINING
This American Red Cross certification
course prepares participants for pool and
waterfront lifeguarding. Participants learn
teamwork, rescue and surveillance skills,
first aid and CPR/AED responses along
with hands-on and in-water practice.
For more information about American Red Cross
courses, e-mail Jeanette Hollingsworth at
[email protected], or call
847.475.7400 x271.
MARTIAL ARTS
MARTIAL ARTS
Taekwon-Do
$150 YMCA Members / $205 Non-members
This program challenges both
the physical and mental aspect
to improve fitness, leadership
and effective self-defense skills.
At every belt level, students are
presented with a series of new
challenges and experience the
genuine satisfaction of achieving
goals through persistence and
sustained effort.
Our Taekwon-Do program emphasizes
safety and self-control. Students work with
the teacher to progress at the pace that is
right for them.
Training methods include sparring,
traditional patterns, and practical selfdefense techniques. New students can
join any time and all ages and skill
levels are welcome!
Kumdo (AGES 13+)
Black Belt Class: 6 years - Adult
$198 YMCA Members / $225 Non-members
13 weeks, Saturdays | 3:30pm - 5pm
Kumdo is a relatively new martial art that
is based on ancient fighting techniques.
Like all traditional martial arts, the
emphasis is on respect, discipline, selfcontrol and authentic growth. Students
learn sword forms, step drills, sitting
and moving meditation, and practice
sparring in a safe and controlled manner.
Powerful, complex and beautiful, Kumdo
is a wonderful Martial Art which can be
pursued throughout one’s life.
All ages: 6 years - Adult
13 weeks, Saturdays | 9:30am - 10:30am
Teens & Adult:
13 weeks, Thursdays | 7:15pm - 8:30pm
13 weeks, Saturdays | 8am - 9:30am
Tiger Cubs: 4 years to 6 years
13 weeks, Thursdays | 5:15pm - 6pm
Young Cubs: 7 years - 12 years
13 weeks, Thursdays | 6pm - 7pm
BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION
CPR/AED AND FA ADULT & PEDIATCIC
This American Red Cross certification
course offers 11-15 year olds an
opportunity to learn how to become a
knowledgeable and valuable babysitter.
Participants develop good decision-making,
and learn about safety and hygiene for
small children along with caring for infants,
responding to emergencies and starting
their own babysitting business!
Learn the techniques to determine
unconsciousness, treating and caring for
victims of emergencies or sudden illness,
the use of AEDs, and general emergency
prevention.
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ADULT FITNESS
PRIVATE ADULT SWIM LESSONS
We offer private swim lessons for adults of any skill level: from beginners to intermediate and
advanced, and anything in between.
For more information, please contact Meaghan Hilton by email at [email protected] or
call at 847-475-7400 x219.
ADULT GROUP SWIM LESSONS
It’s never too late to learn to swim or improve upon the swimming skills you already have. At the
Y, we offer a variety of ways to do just that. Adults aged 13 and up can join our group swimming
lessons. Whether you want to learn how to swim, become more comfortable and confident in the
water, or want to learn a different stroke, you can do it all here!
Ages: 13 years - Adult | Member: $55 | Non-Member: $90 | 5 Weeks, once a week
January 20/21/22 - February 17/18/19
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
7:30pm - 8:15pm
9am - 9:45am
7pm - 7:45pm
N/A
N/A
N/A
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
N/A
7:30pm - 8:15pm
9am - 9:45am
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
February 24/25 - March 24/25
LAZYMAN TRIATHLON
KICK START
*BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!*
$25 MEMBERS
FREE
Keep yourself motivated this winter by
completing an Ironman-distance triathlon but over the course of seven weeks, rather
than in one day.
Track your progress at the Wellness Center
desk.
Participants that complete the Lazyman
triathlon will receive the coveted Lazyman
t-shirt!
Adults
Kick Start your motivation with a swimming
challenge! Whether you’ve been trying to
get back in the water or want to beat your
personal best, this is your chance. Set your
own goal and try to complete it over the
course of one month. Achieve your goal
within the timeframe and we will reward
you with a prize.
All Ages
5 weeks, Jan. 16 - Feb. 16
7 weeks, Feb. 9 - Mar. 27
FREE Adult Orientation
FREE Fitness Assessments
The concept of getting into shape is
simple. The tricky part is carrying it out
in a way that fits your lifestyle. And
that’s where our orientation can help.
You’ll get started (or re-started) with
just the right amount of personal staff
support.
We are providing FREE fitness
assessments for our members. A
personalized fitness assessment with
one of our personal trainers will help
you assess your current fitness level.
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FREE Youth Orientation
This program teaches youth grades
5 – 8 (at least 11 years of age) how
to safely use the equipment in the
Wellness Center and allows them to
use the center on their own upon
completion.
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GROUP EXERCISE & TRAINING
ADULT SPORTS
ADULT SPORTS
GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES
SOCCER LEAGUE - ADULT COED
FREE CLASSES FOR MEMBERS
$60 YMCA Members / $90 Non-members
Your membership gives you exclusive
access to over100 free exercise classes
per week. Go to www.mcgawymca.org/
adults/group-exercise-information/
for more information.
Break away from the workout room and
on to the court in our Adult Soccer league.
Improve your coordination, endurance and
speed and show off your skills! Whether
you are a beginner or have played for
years, in this friendly league, every skill
level is welcome.
Ages: 16 years - Adult
KETTLEBELL
$150 M / $240 NM
Mondays 6pm - 6:45pm
11 weeks, Sundays 4pm - 8pm
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE - ADULT COED
$60 YMCA Members / $90 Non-members
Stay active and fit playing volleyball while
having fun and meeting friends! You will
gain new skills and improve your game in
recreational play that emphasizes fair play
and good sportsmanship.
Ages: 16 years - Adult
10 weeks, Mondays 6pm - 9pm
RACQUETBALL TOURNAMENT
$30* YMCA Members and Non-members
Test your skills and meet other players in
this Round Robin Racquetball tournament.
Prizes from the Squash Pro Shop will
be awarded to the top finishers of each
group! *All proceeds support John’s
Cupboard (McGaw YMCA Food Pantry).
Ages: 15 years - Adult
December 13th, 8am - 4pm
BASKETBALL COACHES AND
OFFICIALS TRAINING
FREE
RACQUETBALL LEAGUE - ADULT COED
$60 YMCA Members / $90 Non-members
Put your skills to the test and enjoy
friendly and competitive play in our co-ed
racquetball league. Players of all levels of
experience are welcome.
Ages: 16 years - Adult
11 weeks, Matches scheduled at your
convenience.
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Calling all coaches and referees! In this
one day clinic for basketball coaches
and officials you will learn positive
coaching techniques, age appropriate skill
progression and more!
Ages: 15 years - Adult
Sunday, Jan. 19 : 1pm - 4pm
STRETCH & ROLL
$85 M / $136 NM
Tuesdays 9am - 9:30am
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FREE
FOAM ROLLER!
Become more flexible with this 30-minute
stretching class! Learn various forms of
stretches that will improve your motor
performance and increase your range of
motion.
You asked for it and we brought it back.
Join us for this heart pumping, full-body
workout. Kettlebell training is one of the
best ways to maximize your cardio and
strength training results, get lean and
tone, and have fun.
G.E.T. Fit (Guided Education & Training) Formerly Move it to Lose it
$319 M / $511 NM (BEGINNER)
$268 M / $428 NM (GRADUATE)
BEGINNER: MON/WED, 10am-11:30am
OR 6pm-7:30pm
GRADUATE: TUE/THU, 6am-7am OR 10am-11am
Get serious about healthy living in our
G.E.T. Fit class! This program combines
workouts with education about nutrition
and exercise strategy to give you a holistic
approach to your healthy living lifestyle.
PERSONAL TRAINING
COMPETITIVE RATES AND PACKAGES!!
Get the results you want, and the
motivation you need in a friendly
environment with one of our skilled
Trainers.
BODYWEIGHT STRENGTH TRAINING
$150 M / $240 NM
Wednesdays 6:45pm - 7:45pm
In our new Bodyweight Training class you
will discover how you can use your own
body weight to increase your fitness. This
course helps you develop greater body
strength, mobility, coordination, and more!
BASIC TRAINING
$108 M / $173 NM (1/5-2/20)
$108 M / $173NM (2/23-4/10)
MON/WED/FRI, 6am-7am
Get a great full body workout! Basic
Training lets you stay in shape and
challenge yourself while emphasizing
proper form. All fitness levels welcome!
SEE OUR
HOLIDAY SPECIALS
ON PAGE 12/13
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Weight
Room
World
Service
For more information, please contact Brenda Turner at
[email protected] or at (847) 475 7400 ext. 237
WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM. WE’RE A CAUSE.
GIVE - JOIN - VOLUNTEER - AND DO SO MUCH MORE.
The Y. So Much More.
MCGAW YMCA
www.mcgawymca.org