We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities

 

Programs & Activities

 

Download the 2009 Summer Program Guide PDF.



Download the 2009 Day Camp PDF.

$90 Days Are Back at the YMCA!
For the next 99 days (from June 1 until September 7) join the YMCA for just $90! That's a savings of over $200!

Beat the summer heat and the crowds with two indoor pools, hoop it up at two full-size basketball courts and work on your summer beach body with our free weights and machines. Discover all the fun things you can do with a membership to the Champaign County YMCA. Call 359-9622 for more details are stop in at either the 500 West Church or 707 N. Country Fair Drive locations. This is a 1 adult promotion and does not include member rates on programs.

Senior Moments 
The YMCA and Senior Resource Center are teaming up to give answers to commonly asked questions. Each presentation will be held at the McKinley Family Center, and will be around 30-45 minutes leaving time for questions.
Please register in advance; we want to make sure enough materials are available.

July 13 - I llinois Cares RX: Who's Eligible? What do they provide?
July 27 - Aging in Place: How to Stay at Home and Stay Safe and Sound

Presentations begin at 1 p.m. FREE to all participants 

Do You Want to be the Best Babysitter on the Block? 
Safe sitters
(ages 11-14)
Do you want to be the best babysitter on the block? This class will teach you how to be a safe, effective babysitter for young children. You will learn first aid, safety tips, fun games, and how to deal with tough situations. This program is taught in conjunction with Carle and the Safe Sitters program.

Dates: June 13, July 11 or August 8
Time: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: McKinley Family Center YMCA
Register: Wednesday before class
$10 Member $20 Guest Member

*Champaign County YMCA is an accredited program site through
Safe Sitter(r), the only national, nonprofit organization exclusively
devoted to babysitting. You must attend all sessions in order to
complete the course and to be certified by Safe Sitter.
 

Health Tips with Hope
Hope Danielson is the Health and Wellness Advisor for Niemann Foods - our local County Markets. She has a wealth of information; you don't want to miss out on these great health topics!

July 7
Healthy Family Meals for Busy Moms
As any Mom will tell you, one of the hardest parts of the
day is putting a healthy meal on the table everyone will eat.
This hour will empower Moms with strategies to make sure
you and your family is eating right. Cook one, eat twice, and
weekly menus are great examples of what you will learn to
get your family to the table.

July 23
Healthy Eating for Kids!
Our kids are bombarded with healthy eating messages.
Yet when they get to the kitchen they are faced with chips,
crackers, and other unhealthy choices. This hour will help
your kids to create healthy snacks from what is on hand
at home. It encourages participation in menu planning and
making smart choices at the store. A must for every kid!