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Whether you seek health and fitness classes, childcare programs, teen or family activities, volunteer opportunities, or special events, you’ll find choices for people of all ages, interests, and abilities. We tailor our program content to meet your needs, and we work hard to make every program fun and rewarding.
Health, Well-Being and Fitness
Helping you become healthier in spirit, mind and body is fundamental to the mission of the YMCA. We have a wide range of offerings provided by highly trained professionals. After receiving your free, personalized fitness orientation, you can use our fully equipped Fitness Center, attend many different group exercise classes, or take advantage of personal training sessions. We offer programs for all ages and abilities. We also provide specialized programs to improve your overall wellness.
Education and Leadership
At the YMCA, we pride ourselves in making a significant impact in the lives of teens. Our programs offer opportunities for teens to develop positive and life-long relationships with adults and youth in our community. All our programs promote leadership and meaningful community service.
Youth and Adult Sports
We offer both youth and adult sports programs at select YMCAs. (Check your local Y for availability.) Our Youth Sports program is dedicated to providing a positive experience for all participants. We emphasize basic fundamentals, teamwork, fair play, and most of all fun! Through age-appropriate play and a values-based leadership, we maintain a spirited non-competitive environment for all ability levels. At the YMCA, everyone is a winner!
Instructions for Coaches:
All volunteer coaches are required to complete the required core course:
Coaching YMCA Youth Sports
Coaches should then choose specific the specific sport they will be volunteering for under the Coaches Courses Heading.
**Once completed please email certificate to programs_ymcaofjeffco.com
Membership
When you join the Y you’'re coming together with men, women and children from your community who are committed to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Program Guide
Here is a glimpse of our programs offered for
Fall 2011 - Winter 2012
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The Essence of the YMCA Brand
We know first hand how difficult it can be to find balance in life. That’s why we’re here with you every day making sure that you, your family and your community have the resources and support needed to learn, grow and thrive.
With a focus on developing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors, your membership will not just bring about meaningful change in yourself but in your community too.
The volunteers, staff, members and donors the YMCA of Jefferson County are all united by a deep commitment to strengthening our communities.
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At the Y, no child, family or adult is turned away. We recognize that for communities to succeed, everyone must be given the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness at the Y
Abs, bellies, backs and bottoms beware! Because we know that healthy lifestyles are achieved through nurturing mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness at the Y includes more than just working out. In addition to our physical fitness classes and facilities, we provide educational programs to promote healthier decisions, and offer a variety of programs that support physical, intellectual and spiritual strength.
Each YMCA member is unique and the YMCA of Jefferson County offers a variety of classes to meet their needs. Choose from walking, yoga, Zumba, Hip Hop dance and more. Y Spinning is one of the latest craze. This energetic, instructor-led vigorous cycling class challenges members with a high-intensity cardio workout.
On the mat, on your feet or on the bike, the Y offers something for every interest and ability!
For more information on specific class descriptions and the days/times offered, visit our schedules page.
1304 Broadway Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 P.618.242.7500
