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.

Fitness is FUN for everyone. The Illinois Valley YMCA
is a place to have fun and learn how to be healthy

         

Summer 2008 Programs
 

Sports With Mom and Dad for ages 3-5

SPORTS CLASSES will give you the opportunity to participate with your child as you play a different sport each week. GYMTIME is designed to improve large and small motor skills such as playing with a parachute or relay races.

Who: Boys and girls ages 3-5
When: Term I - Mondays June 2-23
  Term II - Mondays July 7-28
Time: 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Fees: $15.00 YMCA member
  $25/Non-YMCA member

Pre-School Sports Camp For ages 4 & 5

The Illinois Valley YMCA will be offering a Pre-School Youth Sports Camp. The camp will teach pre-school age students various sports such as rimball, soccer, volleyball, basketball, t-ball, kickball and golf. Most of the days the program will be held outdoors. For ages 4 & 5

Who: Boys and girls ages 4 & 5
When: Term I - June 2-6
  Term II - June 9-13
Time: 9:00 am - 9:45 am
Fees: $15.00 YMCA member
  $25/Non-YMCA member

Sports Summer Camp For ages 6-12

This recreational camp focuses on skill development, sportsmanship, rules of the sport and FUN! Skills are developed through instructions, lead up games and controlled scrimmages. Participants should wear tennis shoes. Bring a water bottle and lot of energy! Campers should bring a bag lunch. Swimming on the last afternoon of each term.

Who: Boys and girls ages 6-12
When: Term I - June 9-13
  Term II - July 7-11
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fees: $45.00 YMCA member
  $65/Non-YMCA member
Second Child: $35/Members - $55/Non-YMCA members
Third Child: $30/Members - $50/Non-Members
Daily Rate: $13/Members
  $18/Non-members

Boys Basketball Camp

The YMCA will be offering a Boys Basketball Camp for boys in grades 1st - 6th grades. The program will run for one week and will teach boys skills in dribbling, shooting, defense, offensive sets, and also game play.

Who: Boys  in grades 1st - 6th
When: June 23-27
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Fees: $15.00 YMCA member
  $25/Non-YMCA member

Girls Basketball Camp

The YMCA will be offering a Basketball Camp for girls in grades 1st - 8th grades. The program will run for one week and will teach girls basic skills in basketball.

Who: Girls  in grades 1st - 8th
When: June 23-27
Time: 10:30 am 12:00 noon
Fees: $15.00 YMCA member
  $25/Non-YMCA member

Youth Self-Defense Classes

Isshinryu Karate is a self-defense based martial arts system from Okinawa, founded in 1954. Isshinryu teaches the use of in-close techniques, 50/50 punch, kick combinations, natural stances, use of low kicks, multiple-purpose techniques, and making the shift from offense or defense in a quick movement. Isshinryu installs self-defense, self-confidence, and self-discipline in all of its students.
This class will be under the direction of Sensei Cliff Morse of the Morse School of Isshinryu, Inc. Sensei Morse is a 5th degree Black Belt in Isshinryu Karate, and has over 25 years of martial arts experience. Sensei Morse has taught several self-defense classes for elementary and high schools throughout Bureau county as well as various local and state organizations. This class will be continual all year round class. Feel free to sign up at anytime. For classes, please wear comfortable clothing. If you have any questions about classes, please feel free to contact me at: senseimorse@verizon.net

Ages: 4-12 years of age
Monthly cost: $40 for YMCA Members
  $50 for Non-YMCA members
Monthly Ongoing every month
Times: Monday & Wednesday from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Illinois Valley YMCA 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.

When: Tuesdays & Thursdays (ongoing program every month)
Times: 5:00-6:00 white, yellow belts & children 6-12
6:00-7:00 purple belt and above & children and all ranks
 of Adults 13 and up
Fees: $25 Monthly YMCA member
$40 Monthly non YMCA member

YOUTH GYM

The Illinois Valley youth gym is open during all operation hours of the YMCA. The gym is open for basketball or
volleyball, and is equipped with 3 volleyball courts and 6 basketball backboards. At times the gym may be scheduled
with youth activities in non-primetime hours.

Youth Wellness Center Workout

Are you thirteen years of age and tired of just playing in the gym and are you serious about getting in shape? Well, the YMCA has a program for you. Sign up now to receive your Wellness Center Training from one of the quality YMCA personal trainers. Class is required if you wish to use the Wellness Center.

Who: YMCA members age 13-17
Cost: Free to YMCA members only
***please call and set up an appointment now***

The YMCA's policy is that no one will be turned away because of lack of funds. If you know of a person who would benefit from a YMCA membership or program, but does not have the needed funds, please contact our courteous staff.  

For more information, please call the YMCA at (815) 223-7904
or email us at ivymca@comcast.net