SOUTH SIDE YMCA of Metro Chicago Blog

South Side Y Giving Tuesday at Sip & Savor

2022-10-28T15:39:00+00:00

October 28, 2022

Join us for the 2022 edition of the South Side Y’s signature annual event, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka!

South Side Y House Party

2022-09-16T21:18:00+00:00

September 16, 2022

Join the fun, attend our House Party!

SOUTH SIDE YMCA BRACKETS FOR GOOD FUNDRAISER

2022-02-15T17:30:00+00:00

February 15, 2022

IMPORTANT: South Side Y Family Locker Room Update

2021-12-04T15:00:00+00:00

December 04, 2021

Beginning Monday, December 6 and over the next few months, our Family Locker Room is undergoing a much-needed renovation in order to improve your member experience!

“POWER” savings on personal training and private swim

2019-10-28T00:14:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Stay motivated this winter! We are bringing back our POWER reduced rates on private and semi-private instruction for swim lessons and personal training, saving your family up to 25% on monthly packages!

New session: Fall swim programs packing a splash for the whole family!

2019-10-28T00:00:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Lifesaving skills, lifelong abilities. This fall packs swim specials for group lessons and private lessons, designed to fit all ages, abilities, schedules and budgets. Learn how to earn up to 50% off in Y Swim today!

Made to move! Mayfair Dance, cheer, tumbling and more

2019-10-27T23:27:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Show your spirit, flex your skills and just dance! Get active, get social and be YOU with these sports and enrichment programs designed for all interests and abilities - Mayfair Academy, Y Cheer, and Tumbling!

Save the date! November youth swim meet

2019-10-27T22:36:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Show them what you have got! Youth ages 6-13 are encouraged to join the South Side Y's in-house swim meet on Sunday, November 17 from 1-3pm. Enjoy healthy recreational competition in a positive swim environment. Enroll today!

Bump, set, spike! Serving up volleyball at the Y

2019-10-27T21:38:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Learn from the best on Chicago's South Side! 360 Sports Academy Volleyball brings a cutting edge platform to the Y with seasoned coaches focused on developing the whole athlete. Volleyball clinics for ages 9-14 are registering now!

Mark your calendar: Holiday Drop & Shop

2019-10-27T20:49:00+00:00

October 27, 2019

Kid-tested, parent-approved! Escape to do your holiday shopping while your kids hang out at the Y. We are making holiday shopping, wrapping and/or baking easier for you and more fun for them.

Suit up! Summer swim specials for all ages and stages

2019-07-05T02:12:00+00:00

July 04, 2019

Did you know? Individuals who participate in formal swim lessons are 88% less likely to drown. Save a life and money this summer. Take advantage of our group and private swim specials happening now.

Best Summer Ever! Summer Camp at the Y

2019-07-05T02:10:00+00:00

July 04, 2019

Fun, adventure, education and friends await youth at Y Summer Camp. Choose your camp and pack your bags for field trips, creative arts, STEM, swimming, sports and more at the Y!

Debuting in July! New sports and enrichment programs

2019-07-05T01:35:00+00:00

July 04, 2019

We are partnering with the community's best instructional providers to bring high-quality Y Sports and Enrichment programs to your family this July. Check out our newest programs including: art, dance, music, theater, cheer, volleyball, basketball and more!

Is your child prepared for a water-safe summer?

2019-06-10T01:10:00+00:00

June 09, 2019

Did you know? Drowning is the leading cause of preventable death for children ages 1-4 and second leading cause among youth ages 5-14. Save a life and money this summer. Take advantage of our group and private swim specials happening now.

All new! Summer basketball and volleyball

2019-06-10T01:09:00+00:00

June 09, 2019

The YMCA invented both basketball and volleyball, and now we are joining forces with Follow Through Academy and 360 Sports Academy to bring the highest-quality sports experiences to the court this summer.

You’re invited! Juneteenth community BBQ

2019-06-10T01:00:00+00:00

June 09, 2019

Join us on the field for a family-friendly Juneteenth celebration featuring music and activities for all age groups. What's better? The day features free produce distribution, too. Mark your calendar!

Cheering on! Free trial cheer and swim classes

2019-06-10T00:14:00+00:00

June 09, 2019

Give it a T-R-Y! Cheer is new and swim is for you. Experience for yourself and discover a new passion through free trial class opportunities. Space is limited.

Celebrate water safety with free trial swim lessons!

2019-04-28T17:06:00+00:00

April 28, 2019

We are celebrating "water safety month" at the Y with free trial swim lesson opportunities for first-time Y Swim participants age 3-adult. Together, we can fight the drowning statistics and ensure a water-safe summer for all.

NEW! Mayfair Academy at the Y

2019-04-28T17:04:00+00:00

April 28, 2019

Learn from the community's premier dance organization! Mayfair Academy has touched over 25,000 youth in its 60-year legacy on Chicago's South side, and now they are planting an additional home at the Y. Register for combination ballet, jazz and hip-hop classes today.

Up your game with professional basketball coaching

2019-04-28T17:03:00+00:00

April 28, 2019

Take your game to the next level with private or small group basketball training with Coach Paul McPherson, a former NBA and European professional and South Side native. Check out supplemental spring basketball programs at the Y.

Peeples Family becomes plugged in at the Y

2019-04-28T17:00:00+00:00

April 28, 2019

Shunmeka Peeples sought the best for her children's After School and summer camp enrichment. Little did she know she was carving a bright future for them, for herself and now for others as she serves as a Y staff.

Get in the game! Play “BYNGO” at the Y

2019-03-25T02:22:00+00:00

March 24, 2019

Members, win 3 free months of membership. It's true - the grand prize awaits avid "BYNGO" players. Pick up your "BYNGO" board at the Y front desk to deepen your engagement, experience more and sweep up savings at the South Side Y this spring.

Announcing April’s swim lesson specials

2019-03-25T01:49:00+00:00

March 24, 2019

April is "adult learn-to-swim month," and we are celebrating with our lowest-priced private lesson sale of the year for ages 12+. Plus, eager swimmers of all ages can splash into savings with POWER private lessons. Learn how to enjoy group swim lessons for up to 50% off this spring, too!

We’re hiring! Calling all lifeguard candidates

2019-03-25T01:32:00+00:00

March 24, 2019

Swimmers, join our team this summer! Enroll in a lifeguard certification course at the Y on April 15-17 for only $50. Ages 16+ can help create a water-safe summer for youth as lifeguards or swim instructors. Get connected today.

School is out! Spring break camp at the Y

2019-03-25T01:23:00+00:00

March 24, 2019

When school is out, the Y is open and ready to provide children with a fun-filled time while parents work. Summer is just around the corner. Be the first to experience a sneak-peek of our newest activities.

Team up! Saturday and Sunday basketball leagues

2019-02-26T03:07:00+00:00

February 25, 2019

Get in the game with the Y's Saturday in-house basketball league this spring or our newest opportunity, a Sunday league accepting team and free agent registration. The ball is in your court. Discover the Y Basketball difference and enroll by March 11.

Your chance to learn from the pros!

2019-02-26T03:05:00+00:00

February 25, 2019

Elevate your game and meet the Y's newest basketball trainers with professional playing experience. Basketball's most elite athletes are giving back at the Y, and your child can enjoy instructional experiences for as low as $12 this spring.

Upgrade your summer at YMCA Camp MacLean

2019-02-26T03:00:00+00:00

February 25, 2019

An exciting outdoor adventure awaits your child at YMCA Camp MacLean. This overnight camp in Burlington, Wisconsin introduces campers to sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and more in addition to traditional camp activities. Learn how to make YMCA Camp MacLean an affordable, unforgettable experience.

Mission Moment: Finding a Future

2019-02-26T02:49:00+00:00

February 25, 2019

When Daniel Brookins and his mother walked through the doors of the South Side YMCA, little did they know it was one step in a journey of a thousand miles for Daniel and his movie-making legacy.

Celebrating Black History Month

2019-01-27T03:04:00+00:00

January 26, 2019

In honor of Black History Month, we want to continue our tradition of highlighting African Americans in our center and community to bring awareness to current local accomplishments. Help us honor you or submit a Y-connected friend or relative whom we can lift up in recognition of our cause.