Next week the Greater Joliet Area YMCA invites Y families to participate in our Healthy Kids Week! Our youth and family team has put together a great week of activities that promote health and wellness for children of all ages. Learn more below:
Tuesday, May 4
Outdoor Family Zumba (Ages 10 and up)
Location: C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Time: 7-7:45 p.m.
Join fitness instructor Stacy for this fitness class which fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout. Registration is required and can be done through the YMCA On the Go app. Non-members must call the Y ahead of time to reserve a space.
Wednesday, May 5
Science Time: Fun With Spiders!
Facebook Live (Also available on replay)
Time: 7 p.m.
A learning mind is a healthy mind, so join Galowich Family YMCA Youth and Family Director Stephen Franklin for a fun demonstration featuring an eight-legged friend!
Thursday, May 6
Family TikTok Dance Challenge
Facebook Live (Also available on replay)
Time: 7 p.m.
Join C.W. Avery Family YMCA Health, Wellness and Dance Director Kristen Derengowski and her great group of Thrive Dancers for some tips on new and fun dance moves!
Friday, May 7
Virtual Family Cooking Night
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Bring your family together for a tutorial on how to cook a fruit dessert while getting to know other Y families! Registration is required. Registered families will receive a Zoom link to participate 24 hours prior to the start of the event.
Saturday, May 8
Outdoor Family Gladiator Dodgeball
Location: C.W. Avery Family YMCA
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Stay active with some friendly dodgeball competition! Space is limited and registration is required.
