Events

Join us for an exciting night of hands-on STEM fun! Explore interactive science, technology, engineering, and math activities, tackle creative challenges, and build, experiment, and discover together as a family. It’s a night of learning, laughter, and unforgettable fun for all ages!

No registration required.

The YMCA​ and Stateline Church are teaming up for Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful Day. Join us in helping clean up Rockton Avenue and nearby neighborhoods by picking up litter and beautifying the area. This project welcomes 50 volunteers ages 12 and up. Ages 12-15 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us for a festive Independence Day Potluck as we celebrate friendship, community, and the red, white, and blue! Enjoy an afternoon of great food, lively conversation, and holiday fun with fellow YMCA Active Older Adults.

Join us for a Community Free Day in celebration of America’s 250th!

Spend the day at the Y on us! Experience everything we have to offer. Whether you’re looking to stay active, spend time with family, or simply explore our facility, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy:

• Cardio & Strength Center
• Open Gym & Pool Access
• Facility Tours

Therapy Ball Rolling is a gentle recovery and mobility class designed to help reduce muscle tension, improve flexibility, and promote relaxation through self-myofascial release techniques using therapy balls.

Participants will learn how to target tight muscles, relieve soreness, improve mobility, and enhance overall movement quality. This class is perfect for all fitness levels and can benefit anyone dealing with stiffness, stress, post-workout soreness, or everyday aches and pains.

Leave class feeling more relaxed, mobile, and refreshed. TuneUp Fitness therapy balls are available for purchase @ $15. This is an optional purchase, all equipment will be provided.

Register HERE

Join us for a vibrant, all-ages, all-levels yoga adventure celebrating everything Summer. Led by Certified Kids Yoga Teacher Cassie, this class blends mindful movement, breath, and games the whole family can enjoy.

Free or Donations accepted. Register HERE

Think you’re strong? Prove it.

Compete in our FREE Summer Squat Challenge by attempting their heaviest squat.

Participants will have the opportunity to record a maximum successful squat and earn a spot on the challenge leaderboard.

Register HERE

Grab two friends and compete in our 3v3 Basketball Tournament at the Good Shepherd YMCA!

Come fly at the Y! Participants will learn the fundamentals in a safe, encouraging environment.

Great for athletes 6-16. No experience needed! Athletes will be grouped by ability and experience.

Cost: $40 per person. Register Here

Three dates to choose from:

June 13 | 12-2pm

June 18 | 6:45-8:45pm

June 28 […]

Come fly at the Y! Participants will learn the fundamentals in a safe, encouraging environment.

Great for athletes 6-16. No experience needed! Athletes will be grouped by ability and experience.

Cost: $40 per person. Register Here

Three dates to choose from:

June 13 | 12-2pm

June 18 | 6:45-8:45pm

Come fly at the Y! Participants will learn the fundamentals in a safe, encouraging environment.

Great for athletes 6-16. No experience needed! Athletes will be grouped by ability and experience.

Cost: $40 per person. Register Here

Three dates to choose from:

June 13 | 12-2pm

June 18 | 6:45-8:45pm

Join us for a Community Free Day in celebration of America’s 250th!

Spend the day at the Y on us! Experience everything we have to offer. Whether you’re looking to stay active, spend time with family, or simply explore our facility, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy:

• Open Gym & Pool Access
• Family-Friendly Activities
• Sports Demos
• Facility Tours