Fall Happenings w/the Y

Fall Basketball League
It’s not too late to join the Y’s fabulous basketball league that begins Oct. 19. Open to boys and girls in grades K thru 8, the league features two weeks of practice followed by six weeks of games at various locations. Register today at the Y.
Fall Basketball Classes
Three basketball levels ranging from beginner to advanced create the Y’s basketball class that runs Oct. 26 to Dec. 15. Kids ages 5-10 will learn passing, dribbling, teamwork and more during this weekly class at Zion Lutheran Church.
5K and Kids Dash at the Brookfield Zoo
Hey kids, do you enjoy running? Come join other runners at the Brookfield Zoo on Saturday, Dec. 5, for the 6th annual Reindeer Run 5K and Kids Dash? Register at
Interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Diana Clinton at 708-497-1012 or / Saturday Swim Lessons at LTHS

Do you know how easy it is to learn to swim? Swimming can be fun and great exercise! The Y has been teaching people how to swim for over 150 years so why not join the club? There are still openings for youth, school age and advanced swimmers in our Saturday swim lessons offered at LT high school. Register today! Call 708-352-7600 or go to our website at greaterlagrangeymca.org
Times: Sat., 12:30 – 3:15pm

Greater LaGrange YMCA | 1100 E. 31st St., La Grange Park, IL | 708.352.7600

Y Guy to walk w/kids in La Grange Oct. 24
Dress in your favorite costume and join the Y Guy as he leads the annual Halloween Walk around downtown La Grange on Saturday, Oct. 24. Meet at the playground of Cossitt School, Madison and Harris, to join the walk, which begins at 10 a.m. This is a super event sponsored by the YMCA and the La Grange Business Association that the whole family can enjoy!
Home Alone course open to kids 5-12
Kids will learn home safety including self-care, answering the phone/door safely and what to do in an emergency in this class on Oct. 17, 4:45-5:45pm. Call the Y today to register your child.
Babysitting Certification Ages 11+
Learn the basics of infant care, babysitting techniques and step-by-step instruction of what to do in an emergency situation. Oct. 17, 9am-4:30pm. Call the Y today to register.
/ Fall Youth Fitness
Preschool Bootcamp – Kids ages 3-6 learn fitness basics, including proper form. Mondays at 10:15am or 5pm
Preschool Yoga & Stretch—Open to kids 3-6, this class teaches basic yoga poses and breathing. Wednesdays at 9:45amFREE FOR MEMBERS
Stretch & Movement—Fast-paced exercise class helps coordination and balance for kids 3-6. Tuesday at 10:15FREE FOR MEMBERS
Dance Fitness—Two classes teach kids that being healthy can be fun, while increasing kids’ focus, self-confidence and more. 3-5 years meets Thursdays at 4:15pm and 6-12 meet at 4:45 FREE FOR MEMBERS
Gamercise—Kids ages 6-12 will stay in shape while learning new exercises, drills and games. Mondays at 6pmFREE FOR MEMBERS
Youth Yoga & Stretch—Kids ages 6-12 learn basic poses, breathing and building blocks of yoga using yoga mats and props. Wednesdays at 7:15pmFREE FOR MEMBERS
Youth Conditioning—Children today aren’t as active as they once were, so this class gets kids, 8-13, moving to improve speed, agility, quickness, strength and flexibility. Tuesdays at 5pm
Boxing for Kids—This high-energy class teaches the fundamentals of boxing and how to train in the disciplined style of the boxing pros. Thursdays at 5 pmFREE FOR MEMBERS

Greater LaGrange YMCA | 1100 E. 31st St., La Grange Park, IL | 708.352.7600