YMCA Mission - To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all persons in a positive, healthy, Christian environment through quality leadership programs, services and facilities.

 

As our society changes, so too must the YMCA. The ability for the YMCA to meet new needs and facilities will be dependent on its growth of the endowment fund. We urge you to consider one or more of the many methods of support. Your gift will last a lifetime. The endowment fund is managed by the YMCA Board of Directors.

YMCA STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

• Included in your YMCA membership, at no additional costs, is the YMCA Wellness Center that consists of a complete cardiovascular area with Stairmasters, Lifecycles, Liferowers, Lifesteppers, Sprint Riders, Crossrobics,Spinmaker exercise bike, Windracer, Versa Climbers, Air Dynes, Gravitron and more. Also included is the Sprint weight training circuit with 12 individual exercise stations for total body development and the 14 piece Camstar exercise equipment, along with the walking/running track. The YMCA also has state-of-the-art free weight center with the best and most in free weight equipment.

• The gymnasium is a spacious area for basketball, volleyball, youth sports, and fitness classes.

• Racquetball courts are available for racquetball, handball and wallyball.

• Youth sports programming stresses development of skills and good opportunity in all areas.

• Fitness classes are designed by the staff to provide participants with a variety of quality programs to increase cardiovascular fitness, strength and tone muscles, increase energy, and relieve stress.

• Pre-school enrichment provides quality learning programs for ages 2-5 years old.

• Aerobic classes provide cardiovascular fun for all levels of exercise. Great modern routines.

• Youth programs provide quality learning and socialization experiences for youngsters.

We are a United Way Agency

   

Support The UNITED WAY

The Illinois Valley YMCA is one of the agencies involved with the Illinois Valley United Way. Your support of the United Way enables many individuals and families to participate in programs and facilities promoting physical, mental and spiritual welfare. Thanks to the United Way no one is turned away!

 

Contact or send your gift to the Illinois Valley YMCA, 815-223-7904 attention
David Potthoff, Executive Director, or email Dave at d.potthoff@comcast.net