Ottawa YMCA

06/12/2026

🚴‍♀️ Take Your Ride Outdoors This Sunday, June 14, 2026! ☀️

Join us for our 11:15 AM Cycle Class on the Terrace and enjoy a great workout in the fresh air while connecting with fellow Y members.

Be sure to bring:
🧢 A hat
🕶️ Sunglasses
👕 Weather-appropriate clothing
💧 A water bottle to stay hydrated

Reserve your bike today:
📱 Daxko App
🌐 www.ottawaymca.org
📞 Welcome Desk: (815) 433-2395

Walk-ins are welcome if bikes are available, and Nationwide Members are invited to register, too!

Let's ride, connect, and enjoy the outdoors together. We can't wait to see you there!

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06/11/2026

Summer Basketball Camp at the Y!
Get ready for an exciting week of fun, teamwork, and skill-building! Kids will learn basketball fundamentals through engaging drills and games in a supportive environment.📅 June 15–18 (Mon–Thurs)
💲 $25 Members / $50 Public
👧 Ages 3–5: 1:00–1:45 PM
👦 K–1st: 2:00–2:45 PM
🏀 2nd–3rd: 3:00–3:45 PM📍 Ottawa YMCA
Contact [email protected] for more info.

06/11/2026

Lights, laughter, and learning!
Your child can take center stage this summer at YMCA Theatre Camp — open to Grades 2–8!

✨ Session 1: June 15–18
✨ Session 2: July 27–30
🕘 Grades 2–4: 9–10 AM
🕙 Grades 5–8: 10–11 AM
💲 Fee: $25 / $50

Through fun acting games and creative expression, campers will build confidence, communication skills, and imagination — all while having a blast!

📧 Contact [email protected] for details.

OttawaYMCA

06/10/2026

**🌈 Discover the Power of PLAY at the Ottawa YMCA!**
A new school year means new adventures — and our **Discovery Preschool** is ready to help your little ones build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

✨ **What to Expect:**
- Play‑based learning that sparks creativity and independence
- Early literacy, numeracy, art, music, and storytelling
- Outdoor play and active movement
- Supportive, inclusive classrooms led by caring educators

📅 **First Day of School:**
- Monday/Wednesday/Friday Class begins **September 9, 2026**
- Tuesday/Thursday Class begins **September 8, 2026**

💰 **Tuition:**
- 3‑Year‑Old Class (M/W/F): $165 per month
- 4 & 5‑Year‑Old Class (M/W/F): $165 per month
- 4 & 5‑Year‑Old Class (T/Th): $115 per month
- Registration Fee: $45 (non‑refundable)

📞 For more information, contact **Guylene Strange** at [815‑433‑2395 Ext. 15](tel:8154332395).

Let’s make this school year full of play, discovery, and growth! 💛

06/10/2026

Room is limited in remaining sessions, sign up TODAY!

06/09/2026

🌞 Dive Into Summer at the Ottawa YMCA!
Make this summer unforgettable with Group Swim Lessons designed for safety, skill‑building, and fun for every age and level.

💦 Summer Sessions:

June 8–26

June 29–July 18

July 20–August 8

👶 Tadpoles (Ages 0–3, with parent)
🕗 Mon & Wed 8:45–9:15 AM | Tues & Thurs 5:25–5:55 PM

🐠 Preschool (Ages 3–5)
🕘 Mon & Wed 9:20–9:50 AM | Tues & Thurs 6:00–6:30 PM

🏊 Progressive (Ages 6+)
🕙 Mon & Wed 9:55–10:25 AM | Tues & Thurs 6:30–7:05 PM

💲 Members $42 | Program Participants $84

Our small class sizes (12–20 students) ensure personalized attention and a safe, supportive environment — helping swimmers gain confidence and strength in the water. 🌊

📧 Contact [email protected] for details or to register.

Let’s swim strong, stay active, and make waves together this summer! 💪💧

06/09/2026

🌊 NEW! Adaptive Swim Lessons at the Ottawa YMCA 🌊
Every child deserves the confidence to thrive in the water! 💜

We’re thrilled to introduce Adaptive Swim Lessons, led by our new adaptive swim instructor, Meredith. These lessons are designed to help children of all abilities build water safety skills in a supportive, patient, and encouraging environment.

✅ Perfect for children with differing abilities, including Autism Spectrum, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and more.
✅ Individualized approach to help each child feel comfortable, confident, and strong in the water.
✅ Private 30-minute lessons available for members and program participants.

💦 Spaces are limited — register today!
📍 Ottawa YMCA | 411 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL
📞 815-433-2395
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.ottawaymca.org

06/08/2026

Ready to train smarter?
Strength Rewired focuses on proper lifting technique, posture, and real strength gains — all in a supportive small‑group setting.
Three 3‑week sessions this summer. Members only.

06/08/2026

🧘‍♀️ **Ease Into Meditation at the Ottawa YMCA**
Curious about meditation but not sure where to start? This welcoming program gently guides you through the basics, helping you build confidence while learning tools to relax your mind, improve focus, and feel more centered in everyday life. 🌿

📅 **Three 3-week sessions:**
• June 1–June 21
• June 29–July 19
• July 27–August 16

🕚 **Tuesdays at 11:45 AM**
💲 **$20 members / $40 program participants**

Find your calm, connect with your breath, and bring balance to your week. ✨

📧 Contact Karen at [email protected] with any questions.