Illinois Valley YMCA
 News
January 24, 2007

Tell your Friends about YMCA Membership Drive  February 1-28th!

Your YMCA will be offering $50.00 off Joiner fees February 1-28 only. Also, February 3-4th, save $100 off Joiner fees. Let everyone know about the great deal on YMCA Membership fees.

   The YMCA appreciates the following YCare donors.

Toni Albert
Mary Jo Andrews
Missy & Gary Bertolino
Betty Bland
Sherri & Tom Boehm
Tom Burkhart
Beverly DeAngelo
Fran Di Carlo
Dan & Rose Mary Carrico
Barb Chambers
Nina & Chuck Carretto
Gary & Deb Dahl
Karen & John Dergance
Karen Duncan
Vicky Ebener
J.L. Eden
Jeff & Kathleen Ellis
Richard & Lena Ernat
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Finley
Ryan & DeAnna Giacometti
Mary Gramsas
Monica Gustafson
Ed & Jane Harmon
Heidi & Robert Huber
Gordan Inman
Don & Ruth Janka
Steve & Terry Kamnikar
Wendy Kenny
Paul & Renee Kim
Michele & Tim King
Dan Kleckner
Alan Kobold
Mike & Kay Kozel
Ken Kwit
Ryan Luecke
Steven & Patricia Lukancic
Julie Manahan
Sue & Mike Manning
George & Pat Marple
Monica Nedza
Dean Perino
Jeff Poremba
Mary Beth & Dave Potthoff
Gerald Peterson
John Rancingay
James Brian Rice
John & Joanne Sabotta
Don & Bev Scharlau
Alice Schmidt
Mike & Colleen Schmidt
Robert & Mary Sczepaniak
Diane Segher
Angie Senica
Audrey Smudzinski
Vince & Joan Suarez
Roger Tidaback
Deb & Mark Wackerline
Lori & Mike Wallaert
Robert & Dolores Waszkowiak
Bill & Kathy Weger
Marianne Weide
Jeff Willard
Chris Williamson
Loretta Wisniewski
Wayne & Carol Zebron
Elizabeth Zelenski
Joe & Mary Beth Zelenski
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Zeman

Business Donations

Amcore Bank
Apple Press
Biederstedt Appraisal
Chamlin & Associates
Chapman's Mechanical Systems
Days Inn of Oglesby
Debo Ace Hardware
Double D Express
Eureka Savings Bank
Eyesite of Illinois Valley
Fourth St. Bakery
Fran Szott's Flooring
Hummer Insurance
Investment Planning, Inc.
John Derango DDS
John Pohar & Sons, Inc.
Koolmaster
Mario's Maples
MCS Advertising
O'Neal Steel
Raymond James Financial
Summit Heating & Air Conditioning
Union Bank Insurance
Western Sand & Gravel

Gold Club Donations
$500 and above

AmerenIP
C.A. Smith Builders, Inc.
1st State Bank
George & Nancy Maze
Mertel Gravel
Miller Group Trust
Wozniak Concrete Finishing Company

Visit the YMCA web site at:
http://www.ivymca.com

Making the Most of the Therapy Pool

The class is to be held on February 6th at 5:00 pm and February 8th at 11:00 am. Free to all YMCA members, make the most of your YMCA therapy. Learn new machines, new methods of exercise. The class is taught by physical therapy instructors at IVCH. Class will be 30 minutes. Register early - must register at Courtesy Counter.

Register for YMCA Preschool Enrichment for fall
January 15, 2007 - Current class participants
January 22, 2007 - YMCA members
January 29, 2007 - Open to the public

 Enrollment for the 2007 school year started on January 15th for currently enrolled students. Below is the current line up for 2007-2008 school year.

Kinder Prep 1: (4-5 year olds) Mon.- Fri., 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Fee: $93 monthly,
Kinder Prep 2: (4-5 year olds) Mon./Wed./ Fri., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Fee: $75 monthly,
Kinder Prep 3: (4-5 year olds) Mon - Fri., 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Fee: $93 monthly
*KinderPrep includes swimming

Supertykes I: (3 year olds) (4 days M, T, W, TH), 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Fee: $77 monthly,
Supertykes 2: (3 year olds) (3 days M, W, F), 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.., Fee: $70 monthly,
Supertykes 3: (3 year olds) (3 days M, W, F),10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Fee: $70 monthly,
*SuperTykes includes occasional swim days

Just For Twos 1: (2 year olds) T/TH., 9:00 a.m.-10:00 am, Fee: $38 monthly,
Just For Twos 2: (2 year olds) T/TH.., 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Fee: $38 monthly,
Just for Twos 3: (2 year olds) T/TH., 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m., Fee: $38 monthly,
*Not necessary to be toilet trained, but we do not change diapers.

Sherwin Williams gives rebate to YMCA

The Illinois Valley YMCA will receive a percentage of all your purchases at Sherwin Williams location in Peru. Located next to BlockBuster off 251.

Save every time you shop at your neighborhood Sherwin-Williams store! Their neighbor to neighbor program makes it easier for you to plan your home decorating project. Every time you shop at Sherwin-Williams in Peru and use your Neighbor-to-Neighbor card*, you will Save 20% on all regular priced merchandise and Save 5% on all sale priced merchandise!

(Please note :this program is for retail customers only.)
*Subject to terms and conditions printed on the card.

Every time you use the Neighbor-to-Neighbor card, the Illinois Valley YMCA earns a CASH BACK bonus in its own Sherwin-Williams account. The more purchases you and others make, the more the Illinois Valley YMCA earns.

Stop in at the Courtesy Counter and pick up your Neighbor-to Neighbor card and visit the Sherwin-William's store at 1400 Midtown Rd in Peru. 815-220-1125.

YMCA Tumbling Program

7 Week Session: started January 8 and runs until February 24, 2007

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VISIT THE LINK AQUATIC CENTER ON THE WEB!

The Illinois Valley YMCA website (www.ivymca.com) has been updated with current information for all the upcoming Link Aquatic Center programs, scheduling and information.

WINTER LUAU AT THE YMCA

Go tropical this winter season at the Illinois Valley YMCA as we turn the Link Aquatic Center on January 26, 2007 from 6:00 -8:30 p.m. into a tropical poolside paradise. Menu will include BBQ sandwich, veggies, salads, dessert and soft drinks.

 Snap a photo with you and a friend riding the waves with our Luau Surfers. A tropical craft project will also be available for children and poolside games and prizes. Participants are encouraged to wear Hawaiian shirts, leis and grass skirts. Best of all, swimming not required attending event.

Cost is $5.00 per child, $10.00 per adult and $25.00 for a family of 4. 3 & under are free with a paying adult. For more information contact the Illinois Valley YMCA at 815-223-7904 x11 or visit www.ivymca.com

IT’S NEVER TO LATE TO LEARN-TO-SWIM

Looking for a fun, convenient after school activity for your child? Swimming lessons are offered year-round at the Link Aquatic Center. Sessions are offered monthly throughout the winter and spring months for ages 6 months through 14 years of age.

As an adult or child we over private swim lessons which allow you to choose lessons once, twice or three times per week based on your schedule. Complete a swim lesson request form today available at the Member Service Desk or online at http://www.ivymca.com/ivymcaswimlessons.htm  Even if your schedule only permits lessons once per week, year-round swimming will enable your or your child to retain the skills they have learned and continue to progress throughout the year.  

WATER WALKING CIRCLE EXTENDED HOURS

Beginning in February the Water Walking Club hours will be extended to 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays. Improve your endurance and get a great workout! Thirty minutes of brisk water walking equals one hour of land walking. Using the resistance of the water, water walking can burn calories and strengthen your cardiovascular muscles while toning the rest of your body. Drop-in with a friend & come join us! Membership or guest pass fees apply.

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You make more friends by becoming interested in other people than by trying to interest other people in yourself.
     Dale Carnegie

Don't confuse fame with success. Madonna is one, Helen Keller is the other.
     Erma Bombeck

You can take great people, highly trained and motivated, and put them in a lousy system and the system will win every time.
     Geary Rummler

Special thanks to the many businesses who have contributed to the YMCA Invest in Youth Advertisers Campaign.  Thank you to the following:

2005-2006 Invest in Youth Supporters

Click on the business name to take you to their web site or to the location of their business. If the link does not work, please email us and we will try to correct it. If you are a business that does not have a link here and you have a web site, please email us with the address.
Aplington, Kaufman, McClintock, Steele & Barry, Ltd.
Amcore Bank
Apple Press
ARC Financial
Buzzi Unicem, U.S.A.
CA Smith Builders
CF Industries
Lee Ceresa, D.D.S.
Chamlin & Associates
Chapman's Mechanical
Citizen's 1st National Bank
City of Peru
Connecting Point Computers
Cosgrove Distributors
Debo Ace Hardware
Dresbach Distributors
Eureka Savings Bank
First State Bank 
Hueneburg Financial Group
IVCH
Illinois Valley Business Equipment
Illinois Valley Community College
Illinois Valley Food Center
John Pohar & Sons
LaSalle National Bank
Letterkraft Printers
MCS Advertising
Machinery Maintenance
Marty Chiropractic
McNabb Veterinary
Peru Insurance Center
Anthony Raccuglia & Associates
Raymond James Financial Services
Schweickert & Ganassin
Spring Valley City Bank
State Bank of Cherry
Fran Szott's Carpet & Flooring
Tee Group Films
Terry Monroe Buick
TEST, Inc.
The Pro Body Shop
Union Bank Insurance Group
Wilcoxson & Associates, Ltd
Women's Health Care Center

 Upcoming Winter Programs at the YMCA. Please call for more information. You must pre-register the day of or before the program. All fees are due on the day you register.

Sign up now for 6 on 6 Dodgeball League

The YMCA will host a Dodgeball league on Fridays for boys/girls in 2nd-12th grade. Teams will be divided by grades. Team will consist of 6-10 players. Teams will play 3-5 matches per night. Standings will be kept and posted each week. Team names are required. Roster sheets and rule sheets are available at the Courtesy Counter.

Rimball

Kids age 3 & 4 will have fun learning to dribble, pass and shoot in this exciting class. Rimball baskets are four feet high. Children learn about and practice the rules of the game. Emphasis is on fun and skill development.

Girls Youth Basketball Association

For girls between 1-8th grades. Teams will be formed and games will be played on Saturdays. YBA style is played where everyone plays and everyone wins and no scores are kept. The main emphasis is to have fun!

Boys Youth Basketball Association

For boys between 1-8th grades. Teams will be formed and games will be played on Saturdays. YBA style is played where everyone plays and everyone wins and no scores are kept. The main emphasis is to have fun!

Boys/Girls Kindergarten Youth Basketball Association

Teams will be picked & games will be played. Participants will also learn basics of the games.

Illinois Valley YMCA Youth Basketball League (Sundays)

Scores are kept, YMCA provides ref, scorekeeper, and coach if necessary. Must follow YMCA guidelines, no full court press, everyone plays 1/2 of the game and there is a limit of 8 people per team.

Drip & Dry Group Fitness Classes

Fit Over 50

Join our new fitness class geared to men and women over 50 years of age. Cardio and weight bearing exercise for bone health. This class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 am beginning on February 6th. $10/members and $30/non-members.

YMCA Birthday Parties

The new party room attached to the pool and concession stand will offer complete services. Tumble, swim, gym games, set-up, clean-up and supervision of any party is included in the new YMCA Party Service. We will even have a mascot for your party.

 Registration for party dates has begun. Call Karry at the YMCA at 223-7904
to set up your party today! Email Karry at:

k.duever@insightbb.com

Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do teaches self defense as well as improves self confidence, discipline, coordination, and physical and mental capabilities. Through Tae Kwon Do, students learn to become leaders, not followers, and they develop the ''yes, I can'' attitude when facing daily challenges at home, school or work.
The Illinois Valley YMCA's Tae Kwon Do is a branch school of the Won Jung Martial Arts Association of Rockford. Mr. Chris Kleckner, a 5th degree black belt, is the instructor with more than 15 years of experience.

YMCA to work on Senior Programs!

The YMCA has made an emphasis to work on developing social and physical enrichment  programs for the community Senior population. Programs will be developed and the Y-staff is looking for ideas on what to be offered. Please feel free to contact the staff by e-mail, phone or note. Click on the link below for contact information.

http://www.ivymca.com/contact.htm

Need some one on one Personal Training?

The YMCA can provide you with one on one personal training designed to meet your personal fitness needs. The American Council on Exercise Certified Trainer can assist you:

• Provide a personal fitness program that is specifically designed to your needs and goals.
• Instruct you on the importance of your personal program and how it works with your body.
• Encourage and support.
• Help motivate you in staying with your program.

Your personal trainer is ACE certified and YMCA trained. Sessions are 1 hour

Fees: 1 Session $20
          2 Sessions $35
          3 Sessions $55
          4 Sessions $70
          5 Sessions $80
Schedule with the YMCA at 223-7904.

Rent the YMCA for your group

The YMCA is open for group rentals! Have a party or special night for your company. YMCA can off exclusive use of the water park, concession area or other areas. Great way to get together in a healthy environment.

Water park can open Wednesday nights,
Sunday nights, or Saturday nights.

Schools, Day Care's, companies, and
family groups are always welcome.

Lockers Available

YMCA has permanent lockers available for a cost of $10.00 per month. Contact the courtesy counter to get a permanent locker today! This is also available to be paid through monthly bank draft.

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We are always looking for suggestions to improve your YMCA. Email us,  at ivymca@ivnet.com , fill out a solution paper at the training desk, or give Dave Potthoff a call at 223-7904.