2023

Season’s Greetings from the YMCA

It has been another incredible year at the Y! Every day I am so inspired by stories of kids learning how to swim for the first time, people learning how to play their first game of chess, families staying active together, and neighbors finding their home at our YMCA. And next year we’re looking forward to more memorable moments, with exciting events like celebrating Camp Echo’s centennial, and the return of our Annual Gala! As I think about the year ahead, I’m also reminded that within Evanston and across the world, many people are facing challenging circumstances and grief, making this time of the year often difficult. As a convener, the McGaw YMCA plays a critical role in strengthening community, celebrating differences, and nurturing a true sense of belonging. Now, more than ever, we want our YMCA to be a place where people matter. It will take all of us […]

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Join the YMCA: $0 Join Fee. Plus, December and January are FREE!

Find Your New Routine and Join Today. Get a kickstart on your health and fitness goals in the new year with a $0 join fee when you join the Y! Plus, pay $0 dues for December and $0 for January – a savings of up to $400! At McGaw YMCA, we make improving your health easy. Members get unlimited group fitness classes, from yoga to Zumba to body positive classes in a supportive community where people matter. The YMCA has all the fitness facilities and classes you want, including a basketball gym, indoor pickleball courts, indoor track, racquetball and squash courts, pools, a HIIT/Cycle studio, unlimited group and aqua fitness classes, swim lessons, family swim and gym times, and more! Plus, members receive a series of 3 FREE Smart Start coaching sessions with a nationally certified YMCA personal trainer, along with complimentary access to the YMCA Weight Loss Program. It’s

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Frequent Y’er Club Challenge – December

Choose your Frequent Y’er Club challenge for December! The McGaw YMCA Frequent Y’er Club challenges and celebrates members who are committed to strengthening self and community through active participation at the Y. Keep your motivation fresh and deepen your engagement across our Y community as you progress in your fitness journey. Choose from one of three new challenge tracks each month and be proud of the new goals you will achieve! Plus, earn fun Y prizes along the way! FREE for McGaw YMCA members age 14+. Complete 1 of 3 challenges between December 1-31. Choose a track: 1. Refer a friend to tour and try the Y at bit.ly/mcgawguest. 2. Enjoy 12 or more Y group fitness classes (indoor, outdoor and/or virtual) * 3. Set and achieve a 30-day SMART goal with a Y fitness professional. December prize: Finishers receive the month’s featured McGaw YMCA swag item. Plus, if it

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