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WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM. WE’RE A CAUSE.

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WELCOME TO THE YMCA!The nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. At the Y we make accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on character development, academic readiness, violence prevention and fitness and healthy living, we focus on nurturing the potential of every youth and teen, improving our communities health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back to and support our neighbors.

TAKE A CLASS WITH US THIS SUMMER!

Summer Session I runs June 7-July 11 (5 weeks) Member registration begins April 24 Non-member registration begins May 11

Summer Session II runs July 12-August 15 (5 weeks) Member registration begins April 24 Non-member registration begins May 11In 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. For our most up-to-date program class schedule as well as downloadable group fitness, swim and gym schedules visit our website at westcommunitiesymca.org. Classes are subject to change.

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 at 847.359.2400.

Become a member today and save!Members enjoy:• exceptional fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs• extensive preschool, school-age and teen programs• fun family and community programs and events• access to child watch while you work out• tons of free group fitness classes• guest passes for friends and family• volunteer and mentoring opportunities• financial assistance

Members receive up to 50% off of programs and enjoy advance registration privileges. To learn more about the benefits of membership,including no contracts and discounts on programs, visit our website below.

To learn more about membership visit westcommunitiesymca.org/join.

The West Communities YMCA is conveniently located to serve the Englewood, West Lawn and Chicago Lawn communities.

West Communities YMCA 6235 S Homan Chicago, IL 60629 westcommunitiesymca.org facebook.com/WestCommunitiesYMCA 773.434.0300

THE Y. SO MUCH MORE™ At the Y we are more than a gym. We are a cause dedicated to building strong children, families and communities—inside and out. This includes making our programs available to all regardless of need—because at the Y, everyone belongs. You can help us in the cause. Change a life by making a gift to the YMCA. Because membership dues and program fees support our daily operations, your gift will go directly to serving children and families in need. The impact of your gift will be felt when:

• A kindergartener starts school ready to learn because he attended the Y’s early learning center.

• Kids have a safe, nurturing environment to go to after school and in the summer.

• A dad spends time with his child while coaching basketball.

• A child loses weight–and enjoys it–because at the Y, exercise is play.

MAKE A GIFT. CHANGE A LIFE. Make your gift today at donate.ymcachicago.org.

WELCOME TO WEST COMMUNITIES YMCA

WHAT’S INSIDESWIM LESSONS Parent/Child Swim Lessons ........................................3

Preschool Swim Lessons .............................................3

Youth Swim Lessons ..................................................... 4

Adult/Teen Swim Lessons ...........................................5

Water Fit Classes ..........................................................5

HEALTH & FITNESS .......................................................6

SUMMER DAY CAMP ....................................................7

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LEARN TO SWIM AT THE Y.For many, the YMCA was where one learned how to swim as a child and for good reason. Since 1885, the Y has been a pioneer in swimming education. Literally millions of people have learned how to swim through the YMCA’s perfected program. In Y Swim Lessons participants learn and practice new swimming skills and feel a sense of achievement from mastering something new that they can enjoy the rest of their lives.

Learn more at westcommunitiesymca.org/programs

MEMBERS ENJOY ACCESS TO ALL YMCA OF METRO CHICAGO YSDid you know you can visit other YMCA’s in the YMCA of Metro Chicago Association for free as a member of our Y? Just show your YMCA ID and take advantage of this great member benefit!

SWIM LESSONS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESParent/Child 6M-2Y M 6-6:30PM $35/$50 $35/$50

PARENT CHILD SWIM LESSONS

PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONSCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESPike 3-5 M 6-6:30PM $35/$50 $35/$50 3-5 Th 4:45-5:15PM $35/$50 3-5 Th 5-5:30PM $35/$50 3-5 Th 6-6:30PM $35/$50 $35/$50 3-5 Sa 10:30-11AM $35/$50 $35/$50 3-5 Sa 11-11:30AM $35/$50 3-5 Sa 11:30AM-12PM $35/$50 Eel/Ray 3-5 W 6-6:30PM $35/$50 $35/$50 3-5 Sa 12-12:30PM $35/$50 $35/$50

Pike Level 1: 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 will also be taught kicking skills and putting their face in the water.

Eel/Ray Level 2: Swimmers will learn to jump in without assistance, float on their front and back for 20 seconds with or without an IFD. Swimmers will also 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: 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 will also 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.

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SWIM LESSONS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESPolliwog 6-14 M 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Tu 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 W 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Th 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 12-12:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 11-11:45AM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 10-10:45AM $35/$50 $35/$50 Guppy 6-14 M 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 W 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 11-11:45AM $35/$50 $35/$50 Minnow 6-14 M 6-6:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 12-12:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 Fish/Flying Fish 6-14 Tu 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Sa 1-1:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 Shark 6-14 Tu 5-5:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50 6-14 Tu 2-2:45PM $35/$50 $35/$50

Youth Swim LessonsLevel 1: POLLIWOG - This is the beginning level for school age children and is appropriate for anyone new to the water or with little formal instruction. Children will learn the basic paddle stroke on their front, back and sides, kicking skills and will become comfortable putting their face in the water.

Level 2: GUPPY - In this class swimmers will learn to front and back float 1-minute; front alternating paddle 25 yards with rhythmic breathing with and without an IFD; front symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back alternating paddle 25 yards; side alternating paddle 25 yards; and kneeling dive.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able to front and back float for 30 seconds with or without an IFD; paddle 25 yards on their front, back and side with an IFD, and 15 feet without an IFD; jump in without assistance; be comfortable in deep water.

Level 3: MINNOW - 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 1 minute.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able to front and back float 1-minute; front alternating paddle 25 yards with rhythmic breathing with and without an IFD; front symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back alternating paddle 25 yards; side alternating paddle 25 yards; and kneeling dive.

Level 4: FISH - In this class swimmers will learn to tread water for 3-minutes; swim 50 yards front crawl; swim 50 yards breaststroke with legal kick and arm pulls; swim 50 yards backstroke; swim 50 yards elementary backstroke with a glide; swim 50 yards sidestroke with a scissors kick; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able 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 1 minute.

Level 5: FLYING FISH: In this class swimmers will learn to do a flip turn; swim 100 yards front crawl with bilateral breathing; swim 100 yards breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke; swim 100 yards elementary backstroke; swim 100 yards sidestroke alternating sides; swim 100 yards lifesaving sidestroke; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

Level 6: SHARK - In this class swimmers will learn to take their own heart rate; learn about open water and backyard pool safety; swim 100 yards from crawl with flip turns; swim 100 yards breaststroke with pull-out; swim 50 yards inverted breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke with dolphin kick and pullout; swim 50 yards over arm side stroke; swim 25 yards butterfly with streamline; and swim 200 yards individual medley.

Prerequisite: To enter this level, children should be able to do a flip turn; swim 100 yards front crawl with bilateral breathing; swim 100 yards breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke; swim 100 yards elementary backstroke; swim 100 yards sidestroke alternating sides; swim 100 yards lifesaving sidestroke; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

YOUTH

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SWIM LESSONS

ABOUT THE YMCA OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGOThe West Communities YMCA is one of 22 membership centers, five camps and hundreds of partnerships and programs across the city and suburbs operated by the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago. Collectively, we serve over half a million people with programs and services that provide opportunities for everyone to exercise their potential and have a greater, positive impact on society. Learn more at ymcachicago.org.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND RENTALSHave your birthday party at the Y! Pool RentalMembers $65/hour Program Member $100/hour

Room Rental Members $50/hour Program Member $75/hour

ADULT/TEEN SWIM LESSONS

Adult/Teen (Ages 14+) It’s never too late to learn or improve your swimming skills. If you Are in high school and do not feel comfortable surrounded by elementary school age kids or a grown up trying swimming for the first time come on in. No experience necessary, we will get you where you need to go!

WATER FIT CLASSESCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESAqua Boot Camp 16-89 Tu Th 6:15-7PM Free/$30 Free/$30 Joint Efforts 16-89 Tu Th 9-9:45AM Free/$30 Free/$30

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STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE - FITNESS AT THE Y.Are you looking to get healthy? Stay fit? Learn a new skill? Meet new friends? Improve how you feel about yourself? Then the Y is the place for you. At the Y we have a wide-range of fitness programs and services for all levels of experience including:

• Free fitness consulations

• A variety of cardio, strength, endurance, flexibility and water fitness classes (most free to members!)

• Web-based training and nutrition system - Make each visit to the Y fun, interactive and challenging

• Active older adult offerings - Maintain health and functional ability with progras designed especially for the needs of those young at heart.

HEALTH & FITNESSCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESKickboxing 16-89 M 6:30-7:25PM Free/$30 Free/$30 16-89 Tu 6:30-7:30PM Free/$30 PowerDrills 16-89 M 7:30-8:25PM Free/$30 Free/$30 Silver Sneakers 18+ Tu Th 10-10:50AM Free/$30 Free/$30 Yoga 16-89 Th 7:30-8:25PM Free/$30 Free/$30 16-89 F 11AM-12PM Free/$30 Free/$30 Zumba 16-89 W 7-8PM Free/$30 Free/$30

Kickboxing Incorporate a combination of boxing an martial arts movement for a great aerobic and muscle conditioning class.

PowerDrills Full body toning class that incorporates light dumbbell routines, resistance band workouts and isometric training.

Silver Sneakers The perfect class for older adults looking to increase strength and flexibility.

Step Aerobics The benefits include improving your cardio respiratory endurance, your body composition and your balance.

Yoga Yoga is a great workout that develops your flexibility, health and relaxes your mind. No previous experience necessary.

Zumba This Latin-inspired fitness class gives you a full body workout.

HEALTH & FITNESS

DID YOU KNOW THE YMCA INVENTED BODY BUILDING?The first YMCA buildings constructed with gymnasiums opened in 1869. In 1881, Boston YMCA staffer Robert J. Roberts coined the term “body building” and developed exercise classes that anticipated today’s fitness workouts.

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SUMMER DAY CAMP

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESSummer Day Camp 15-19 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 22-26 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 29-Jul3 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 6-10 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 13-17 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 20-24 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 27-31 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 3-7 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 10-14 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 17-21 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175Summer Day Camp 24-28 5-12 M-F 7:30AM-6PM $145/$175

JOIN THE FUN!Summer Camp at the YMCA

The Y. Where children make friends, accomplish great things and feel a part of something big!

Looking for a fun and safe summer experience for your child where they can learn, grow and thrive? Look no further. The Y has an array of half and full day summer camp options for kids ages 3-15. Secure your child’s spot today!

Visit our website for details or pick up a catalog today!

SUMMER DAY CAMPKeeping Kids Safe and Engaged When School is Out

When schools are closed, the Y is there to keep kids safe and engaged in fun, healthy activities. Our summer break options are designed to engage children in healthy physical activity and foster positive social interactions. Our programs offer the highest quality instruction and supervision, provided by trained and qualified staff members.

SUMMER DAY CAMP

The gym transforms bodies. At the Y we transform lives.Learn more at westcommunitiesymca.org