Friday, January 12, 2024

School's Day Out - Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Y!

January 15th, 2024.

6:30 AM - 5:30 PM.



For kids 5-10 years old!

Play games, make friends, be physically active, and participate in community activities!

Pricing for Members & Non-Members!

*JANUARY LESSONS ARE OPEN!*

The Y is excited to announce that we are now offering year-round swim lessons at Easterseals Central Illinois!!

For children 6 months to 10 years old.

Volunteers Needed:

2024 Youth Basketball League!

Volunteering positions available:

Coaches, Referees, & Time Keepers.

Program details:

January 20th - March 23rd.

Every Saturday at the Y.

The program is for kids in Pre K - 5th Grade.

If interested, please contact:

Dee Culbert

Director of Sports & Community Outreach.

Email: dee.culbert@peoriaymca.org

Phone: 309-692-7631

Upcoming 2024 Youth Basketball League!

January 20th - March 23rd. Every Saturday!

Ages & Times:

- Pre K - Kindergarten: 9-10am

- 1st - 2nd Grade: 10-11am

- 3rd - 5th Grade: 11am-12pm

Prices:

- Members - $60

- Non-Members: $90

Join the Y on Tuesdays for songs, stories, crafts, and more at Toddler Story Time!

Toddler Story Time is a NEW program where children and their parents can grow and learn together. Each week will feature a different theme, with activities and stories to match! Practice important skills with your little one, such as sorting and color recognition.

February session registration is OPEN!

Theme: Cats, friendship, dinosaurs, and feeling.

Pricing options for members and non-members.

 Snack & S.T.E.A.M. at the Y!

Every Thursday from 5-6 PM in the

Multipurpose Room. For kids 7-12 years old!

Snack & S.T.E.A.M. is a foundational S.T.E.A.M.

workshop that introduces children to science,

technology, engineering, art, and math through a series

of fun hands-on learning guided lessons. Participants

will acquire critical thinking and problem-solving skills

during each activity, then end every session with a

healthy snack and thoughtful discussion about what

they learned.

Pricing: Members $20, Non-members: $40.

Youth Volleyball Clinic at the Y!

For Kids Pre-K to 5th Grade! This clinic is designed to help kids learn the fundamentals of volleyball, develop skills, and grow a love for the sport.

Monday's:

- Pre K - Kindergarten: 4:30-5:30PM

- 1st-2nd Grade: 5:30-6:30PM

Wednesday's:

- 3rd-5th Grade: 4:30-5:30PM

Price: Members: $20 | Non-members: $40.

The Y is offering new dance programs!

ALL Programs - EVERY FRIDAY (SEE VARYING TIMES BELOW).

**NEW** Dance Exploration at the Y!

Dance Exploration takes a deeper dive into dance! Over 8-weeks, students will learn foundational techniques and terminology of a variety of dance styles. At the end of the program, students will host a small performance to demonstrate their hard work and new skills learned!

• Upcoming Session: February 2nd - March 22nd
• For kids 6-12 years old
• Every Friday from 6:15-7:15 PM
• Pricing: Members - $80 | Non-members - $120

MOVEMENT DISCOVERY:

Movement Discovery teaches children dance basics, explorative movement, and social skills through imaginative play and instruction. Through the use of props, songs, and play, children learn rhythm, coordination, and gross motor skills in a fun and supportive environment.

• February Session: 2nd-23rd
• For kids 3-6 years old (Pre K – Kindergarten)
• Time: 4:30-5:15PM
• Pricing: Members - $20 | Non-members - $40

DANCE DISCOVERY:

Dance Discovery is an introductory dance program. Over 4 weeks, students will be introduced to the basics of various dance styles (dance styles will change each month) through fun games and activities.

• February Session: 2nd - 23rd
• February’s theme: Jazz.
• For kids 6-12 years old (1st-6th Grade)
• Time: 5:15-6:15PM
• Pricing: Members - $20 | Non-members - $40

Personal Training at the Y is back!!

Are you ready to take charge of your fitness and unlock your full potential?! Our personalized training program is designed to guide you on a transformative fitness journey that’s tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, boost your energy, or improve overall health, our certified personal trainers are here to support you every step of the way.

Offerings include: Individual, couple, small group, written, & more!

The Y’s Annual Scholarship Campaign raises money so ALL families and individuals can be members and participate in Y programs.

Your contribution to the Annual Scholarship Campaign, is 100% tax deductible and goes right to work in our very own neighborhoods!

Your support helps us meet community needs such as drowning prevention, reducing childhood obesity, preventing summer learning loss, creating confident future leaders, taking YMCA programming for youth and seniors into underserved areas, and to provide resources for children, families, and adults of all ages and backgrounds.

YOUR GIFT CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

For all questions about the Annual Scholarship Campaign, please contact:

Ruthie Bertram, YMCA Director of Marketing and Development

Email: ruthie.bertram@peoriaymca.org | Phone: 309-692-7631 ext. 107

Did you know the Peoria YMCA is a registered organization with the Caterpillar Matching Gifts Program? Our Annual Scholarship Campaign benefits tremendously from this program by helping us provide scholarships and outreach services to our community.



Thank you to our loyal donors who are current or former Caterpillar employees who utilize this resource and select the Y as their charitable organization.

To learn more about the Caterpillar Matching Gifts Program click the button below!

Additional Local Corporate Matching Programs:

• State Farm
• RLI
• Deloitte
• Ernst & Young
• JP Morgan Chase
• Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance
• Starbucks
• Thrivent Financial
• Illinois Mutual
• Gap
• IBM

Support the YMCA through a corporate match! Check to see if your organization matches financial gifts today!

For questions about supporting the Y through corporate matching gifts, please contact: 

Ruthie Bertram

Director of Marketing & Development

ruthie.bertram@peoriaymca.org

309-692-7631 ext. 107

Gymnasium (Basketball Courts) Schedule!

**Updated January 2024**

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH:

ELIZABETH ALLEN | FRONT DESK STAFF

ABOUT ELIZABETH:

• From: Peoria, IL.
• Favorite Food: Pizza.
• Favorite Drink: Margarita.  
• Favorite Movie: Casablanca. 
• If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Yellow - It adds a bright glow to everything else!
• Music tells a lot about someone, what song is currently on repeat? Anything from the Rolling Stones.
• What's your free-time look like? List three hobbies: Reading, spending time with my kids, & watching movies on Netflix.
• Coolest Place you have been: Egypt.
• Where do you see yourself working in 5 years: Closer to retirement!

WHAT OTHERS HAD TO SAY ABOUT ELIZABETH:

• "Extremely Reliable!"
• "Hard worker and very reliable. Always willing to help out when needed."
• "The weekends wouldn’t be the same without Elizabeth at the front desk!"

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK, ELIZABETH!

2023 RiverPlex Fall Pool Schedule!